4 h. ago Australia get too clever and pay the price for batting order jumble | Geoff Lemon

Failure of top three meant holders did not have enough runs when South Africa benefited from pitch flattening outAt a little before 1pm on a Saturday afternoon in London, a group of Australian cricketers stood around blinking in the sunlight, looking confused, like they had just popped up from a green tube in an unexpectedly bright part of the Koopa Kingdom. Less than a day earlier they had been right on top, happily on their way to a second consecutive World Test Championship title. In less than three sessions of stubbornness and brilliance, South Africa had taken that away.Sport is about creating an arena for the unexpected and some get hung up on the idea that acknowledging differences between participants is a form of disrespect. But the resource disparity should have made this contest one-sided. It was a triumph over politics and economics as much as over a rival group of players. Continue reading...

Economics

12 h. ago Voices: If the BBC licence fee is scrapped, Doctor Who should disappear behind a paywall

Radical new plans to overhaul BBC funding could link the price of your house with how much you pay for your TV licence. I’ve got an even better idea, says Clair Woodward

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14 h. ago 'I never have to pay full price for my McDonald's thanks to this one easy trick'

Maccies fans have discovered a secret trick to bagging yourself a discounted meal so you can tuck into your Big Mac meal while saving the pennies - and it couldn't be easier

Economics

30 h. ago 'It got stuck': Air India plane crash survivor reveals exact moment he knew something was wrong

The sole British survivor of the horrific Air India plane crash has spoken out on the terrifying final moments before the passenger jet plunged into a nearby building

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30 h. ago How Iran’s military can wreak cold, bloody revenge on Israel

Israel’s attack on Iran was an existential defence but we will all pay the price, says world affairs editor Sam Kiley

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49 h. ago Netflix releases first look at Liam Payne's final TV appearance before his tragic death in trailer for Building The Band

Filmed before the One Direction star's death in October 2024 , Building The Band will see talented singers vie for a chance to form the next great band sight unseen.

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3 d. ago Police leaders say they will struggle to fulfil Labour’s promise to recruit 13,000 officers

Projected £1.2bn police funding shortfall expected to grow after spending review outlined fall in Home Office spending powerPolice forces will struggle to fulfil Keir Starmer’s promise to recruit an additional 13,000 officers and the public will “pay the price”, police leaders have warned, after the chancellor outlined a decline in Home Office spending power on Wednesday.The National Police Chiefs’ Council said it would be incredibly difficult to deliver the prime minister’s election pledge within the lifetime of this parliament, with a projected £1.2bn shortfall in police funding expected to grow. Continue reading...

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3 d. ago Starc leads Australia fightback after Rabada stars for South Africa on day one of WTC final

Day one: Australia 212; South Africa 43-4Rabada takes 5-51 but Proteas’ reply faltersSouth Africa have had to put up with a fair few grumbles about their place in this World Test Championship final and grew tired of the topic during the build-up. Other than pointing folks in the direction of the International Cricket Council, the teams who can afford to arrange more fixtures, and the league table they topped, the only response they could really give was to compete out on the field.It was a case of mission accomplished with the ball, at least, even if a topsy-turvy opening day that saw 14 wickets fall ended with Australia in the ascendancy. Led by Kagiso Rabada, a player dogged by headlines about his recent ban for cocaine use, the Proteas were delighted to skittle the defending champions for 212 in two-and-a-half sessions, only to close on a troubling 43 for four in reply. Continue reading...

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3 d. ago Crowning glory: Here’s the blueprint for your most fabulous summer hair yet

Depending on your destination - and of course the forecast - summer can spell challenging times for our hair. From humidity, to harmful UV rays, drying chlorine and sea water, the hurdles keep on coming. Still, with some expert advice and a little extra time and care there needn’t be a price to pay for your time in the sun. Here’s what to bear in mind:

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3 d. ago Warnings that police £1.2bn funding shortfall will continue to grow

Police leaders have reacted with dismay to the funding plan set out by the chancellor on Wednesday, as one said ‘the public will pay the price’.

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6 d. ago Man City may have to revisit Manchester United plan despite Chelsea millions

Chelsea's interest in Jamie Gittens could see them pay Manchester City more millions, but is that a big enough price for the Blues?

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8 d. ago Katie Price fails to pay £12,500 a month debt after bankruptcy agreement

The former glamour model was declared bankrupt twice in the last six years

Economics

8 d. ago Consistent Coco Gauff takes sunny outlook into French Open final with Sabalenka

American starts as underdog but winning a second major would underline the 21-year-old’s precocious talentCoco Gauff was only 18 when she navigated a path to a grand slam final for the first time. After her breakthrough in the preceding years, and the intense hype and scrutiny that accompanied her as she tried to build her career, Gauff’s run to the 2022 French Open final proved to herself and the world that she was ready to live up to those expectations.Although she did not win the title, her experience at Roland Garros then was an essential lesson that has guided her over the past few years. In the buildup to that final against Iga Swiatek, she struggled badly with her nerves and her intense fear of failure. “At first I thought it would be the end of the world if I lost, and the sun still rose the next day,” said Gauff after beating Loïs Boisson in their semi-final on Thursday. “So knowing, regardless of the result, the sun will still rise. Especially being in a city like Paris, I...

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8 d. ago If Trump cuts funding to NPR and PBS, rural America will pay a devastating price

Much of the country has little access to local news, with public media filling the void – and serving as a lifelineWhen Hurricane Helene walloped North Carolina last fall, residents were hit by a second threat at the same time: the dire need for accurate information.The loss of electric power amid the widespread flooding meant that people – especially those in isolated areas – were deprived of basic news. They needed to know about everything from road closures to the whereabouts of their family and friends to sources of drinkable water.Margaret Sullivan is a Guardian US columnist writing on media, politics and culture Continue reading...

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8 d. ago Indiana Pacers v Oklahoma City Thunder: NBA finals Game 1 – live

Oklahoma City host Indiana in NBA finals openerNBA finals 2025 predictions: can Indiana shock OKC?Send David an email at david.lengel@theguardian.comPacers 10-10 Thunder, 7:07, 1st quarterOKC force a turnover, but then Holmgren throws it away, giving the ball right back to Indy. Siakam shoots again, this time from 12 feet out, inside the paint, and gets a home roll, on the road. Continue reading...

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8 d. ago Indiana Pacers v Oklahoma City Thunder: NBA finals Game 1 – live buildup

Oklahoma City host Indiana in NBA finals openerNBA finals 2025 predictions: can Indiana shock OKC?Send David an email at david.lengel@theguardian.comDavid will be here shortly. In the meantime here’s a look at our predictions for the NBA finals:Thunder in five. They’ve been utterly dominant all season. That’s mostly been the case for the playoffs too, allowing for some Jokić magic in the second round. The Pacers have been a ton of fun to watch, have impressive depth and a rising star in Haliburton. But the Thunder are deeper, more talented and have the best player in the series – that’s a recipe for a gentleman’s sweep. Ryan Baldi Continue reading...

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9 d. ago Shoppers race to buy Oodie cooling blanket that is 'ice cold to touch' amid £30 price slash

For those who get too warm at night, this cooling blanket could be the hack to a better night's sleep.

Economics

9 d. ago Companies that spinelessly follow Trump's cuts to DEI will pay a heavy price | Miriam González Durántez

Going along with the US’s perverse programme is not just a moral failure – it directly contravenes EU and British lawOrganising a women’s networking event in the US has become an act of defiance. Companies with equality-driven agendas risk losing government contracts. Some are receiving McCarthy-like letters asking them to confirm that they have no diversity policies. Activities designed to support women, including healthcare research, are being threatened, and companies are backtracking on former commitments. Women’s networking events, the gathering of diversity data and targeted training are being questioned. And some companies are requesting that charities focused on women and girls consider changes to their programmes in order to navigate the current climate. The one I founded, Inspiring Girls, has already been asked to “include men as role models”.This anti-diversity wave isn’t just a social backlash to the many excesses of wokeness – it is politically orchestrated and driven. ...

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9 d. ago New search for Madeleine McCann enters final hours as police hunting rundown buildings prepare to call off the hunt tonight

A collection of sinister, ramshackle derelict barns and cottages on scrubland covering more than eight square miles, covered with thick vegetation.

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1 week ago Debenhams shoppers save £3,000 on 'masterpiece' watch amid 86% price slash

This luxury watch has received a 4.6 star rating on Gervil's website.

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