1 hour ago Chief Scout and former SAS man Bear Grylls nearly became our US envoy, diplomatic sources claim

Grylls is said to have been on a shortlist of three for the job, which went to former Labour minister Peter Mandelson.

Politics

4 h. ago Artur Beterbiev v Dmitry Bivol: undisputed light heavyweight championship – live

Beterbiev defends all four belts in blockbuster rematchParker fights late replacement Bakole on undercardStevenson stops Padley to retain WBC lightweight titleReach Bryan on Bluesky at @BryanAGraham or emailOnly one more undercard bout ahead of the main event. What was supposed to be a shot at the IBF heavyweight title for Joseph Parker has turned into a battle for mandatory challenger status, as Daniel Dubois withdrew from Saturday’s fight due to a medical issue. Instead, Parker will now square off against Martin Bakole, another late replacement who’s eager to seize this unexpected opportunity.“The show goes on. It’s not even just in boxing, but in life,” Parker told Sky Sports. “Things happen, you just have to adjust and adapt to the situation.” Continue reading...

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4 h. ago Cartels thriving despite Donald Trump labelling them all 'terror organisations'

Mexican drug cartels are either in denial about Trump's administration or are underestimating what is truly going to happen, according to experts as Trump toughens up on the gangs

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9 h. ago Katie Price's daughter Princess Andre shows off her dramatic hair transformation in new video

The daughter of Katie Price and Peter Andre, 17, is known for her corkscrew blonde curls but debuted a brand new style on Saturday.

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9 h. ago PETER HITCHENS: The moronic Ukraine war has done nothing but harm

So, does anyone want to buy a used war, and take it over? I can't think why they would do so. You might as well rush to obtain an unexploded bomb, or a leaking canister of some horrible virus.

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10 h. ago Creative industries are among the UK’s crown jewels – and AI is out to steal them | John Naughton

The tech firms’ efforts to change copyright laws and gain free access to intellectual property is patently wrongThere are decades when nothing happens (as Lenin is – wrongly – supposed to have said) and weeks when decades happen. We’ve just lived through a few weeks like that. We’ve known for decades that some American tech companies were problematic for democracy because they were fragmenting the public sphere and fostering polarisation. They were a worrying nuisance, to be sure, but not central to the polity.And then, suddenly, those corporations were inextricably bound into government, and their narrow sectional interests became the national interest of the US. Which means that any foreign government with ideas about regulating, say, hate speech on X, may have to deal with the intemperate wrath of Donald Trump or the more coherent abuse of JD Vance. Continue reading...

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13 h. ago Peter Kay makes savage 'Lisa Riley' dig at new show despite 'bullying' claims

Peter Kay was said to have joked about the "Lisa Riley" heckler who he had ejected from his gig in Manchester earlier this month, as he took to the stage once again

Politics

14 h. ago Peter Kay makes another Lisa Riley joke as comedian returns to stage after chaotic Manchester gig

"Garlic bread? Kick him in the f****** face, will you?"

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15 h. ago Peter Kay makes savage dig at 'Lisa Riley' heckler at new gig after 'bullying' claims

Comedian Peter Kay had a fan ejected from a recent gig, labelling the audience member a Lisa Riley lookalike, and has joked about the scenario at his recent show

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23 h. ago Peter Kay makes fresh Lisa Riley jibe as comedian returns to stage with increased security following heckling row that saw three fans kicked out

The Bolton comic vowed to turn over a new leaf last night after booting out three hecklers in Manchester, making light of the situation and promising not to remove anyone from the crowd.

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27 h. ago Jennifer Lopez and Ben Affleck are officially divorced and single

Jennifer Lopez and Ben Affleck are officially divorced and single

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28 h. ago Carvalho caps off mauling of Foxes to heap more pressure on Van Nistelrooy

It never rains but it pours. After Brentford breezed into a winning position with three goals inside a 15-minute first-half spell, the Leicester City fans who braved a second-half downpour were left with the hope of celebrating the meagre consolation of a first goal in this dispiriting run of six consecutive home defeats.It didn’t happen. So Leicester, in addition to the increasing possibility of a return to the Championship a decade on from winning the Premier League title, have now become the first team in top-flight history to lose six successive home league games without scoring. Continue reading...

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28 h. ago Blind mystic Baba Vanga's terrifying prediction for Putin and Europe in 2025

There have been some eerie predictions made by Bulgarian fortune teller Baba Vanga - who shared her thoughts on the future of Putin and what will happen to Europe

Politics

33 h. ago EastEnders fans gasp 'did that just happen?!' as they spot VERY rude Lauren Branning moment in background of Queen Vic wreckage during live episode

Sonia, Lauren and Bianca Jackson ( Patsy Palmer ) were stuck in the Queen Vic after the huge explosion... and unfortunately Sonia had the urge to push.

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33 h. ago Peter Jason dead at 80: Karate Kid and Deadwood star is remembered in heartfelt tributes by former colleagues

Veteran actor Peter Jason, best known for his role as Con Stapleton in the HBO western drama Deadwood, has died at age 80.

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35 h. ago Deadwood star Peter Jason dies aged 80 as director John Carpenter leads tributes

Iconic actor Peter Jason has died at the age of 80 as director and close friend John Carpenter paid tribute to the star who has over 270 acting credits.

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37 h. ago London St Pancras: The European cities new trains could go to and why it might not happen

Many barriers – logistical and commercial – must be overcome before trains run Germany and Italy

Politics

37 h. ago How J Lo's efforts to keep family together amid Ben Affleck divorce are falling apart after stepdaughter's shock decision

While Bennifer 2.0 finalised their divorce last month, further questions are raised about what will happen to one of Hollywood's most famous blended families.

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37 h. ago Deadwood and Karate Kid star dies as director John Carpenter pays tribute

Deadwood actor Peter Jason has died at the age of 80. He starred in a number of films and TV shows during his successful career, and director John Carpenter has paid tribute to him

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38 h. ago US taxpayers could receive a ‘DOGE dividend’ cash boost. But will it happen?

Budget experts have weighed in as rumors swirl about $5000 checks being delivered to every taxpaying household

Economics