76 m. ago The Golden Spurtle review – a cosy celebration of porridge and its champions

This Australian documentary about the world porridge championships, held each year in a Scottish village, is as wholesome and nourishing as its oat-stirring subjectsThe word “porridge” to me evokes something modest and satisfying: mouthfuls of reliable pleasantness in a terribly volatile world. How lovely that The Golden Spurtle – Constantine Costi’s charming documentary about the world’s annual porridge-making championship in the Scottish village of Carrbridge – has assumed some of the qualities of the dish. It isn’t flashy (and certainly doesn’t scream “must-watch”) but, like a good ol’ fashioned bowl of well-cooked oats, it’s got it where it counts.This film is a pleasure to watch – with endearing salt-of-the-earth subjects, a lovely ebb and flow, and a tone that feels just right: neither overly serious nor tongue in cheek. Its appeal is not dissimilar to the Australian comedy series Rosehaven: sometimes it’s just nice to escape into a fresh air-filled world with refreshingly low...

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1 hour ago England vs West Indies: Jos Buttler and Liam Dawson lead hosts to opening T20 victory

Former captain stars with stylish 96 to help successor Harry Brook continue winning start in Durham

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Statins lower cholesterol to prevent heart attacks and strokes and are taken by around 5 million adults in the UK.

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2 h. ago Bukayo Saka: England may not risk Arsenal winger against Andorra after 'discomfort'

Gunners star only completed a full training session for the first time on Friday ahead of latest World Cup qualifier in Barcelona

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2 h. ago Thunderstorm warning issued as parts of England and Wales face weekend deluge

Up to 40mm of rain could fall in a few hours in some places – more than in the entire month of May.

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2 h. ago ‘Lord’s Prayer better recognised than national anthem, Churchill or Shakespeare’

The Our Father also appeared better known that Star Wars and the famous Liverpool football anthem.

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2 h. ago England T20 captain Harry Brook: I’m already preparing for 2026 World Cup

Friday’s 21-run win over the West Indies in Durham was Brook’s first outing as skipper in the format.

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3 h. ago Jack Grealish needs regular football for World Cup consideration – Thomas Tuchel

Tuchel said he loved Grealish’s personality, courage and quality after leaving him out in March due to a lack of game-time.

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Nearly half the public view immigration as one of the biggest problems in the country, the highest proportion since just before the historic Brexit vote, pollsters at Ipsos found.

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3 h. ago Jos Buttler proves T20 credentials once again as England triumph over West Indies

Buttler’s 96 helped England to a 21-run victory in the first T20I

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3 h. ago A year to go until the World Cup, Thomas Tuchel faces the reality of international football

Limited training sessions, a reliance on club coaches, and preparing for differing conditions all concern the England boss ahead of the World Cup qualifier with Andorra

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3 h. ago Thomas Tuchel wary of physical demands on his England players

‘The tournaments are played after a long season’Head coach preparing for Andorra World Cup qualifierThomas Tuchel is determined to find the answer to England’s physical problems after gruelling Premier League campaigns, having noted that the team were “most comfortable” in terms of recent tournaments at the mid-season Qatar World Cup in 2022.The head coach, who is preparing here for Saturday’s World Cup qualifier against Andorra, wants to harness the traditional virtues of the English game – namely pace, strength and aggression. But he is aware that searing temperatures await at many of the venues for the finals in the US, Canada and Mexico next summer and, as such, it will be vital to be able to play in different styles. Continue reading...

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3 h. ago Thomas Tuchel leaves Jordan Pickford in no doubt over star's England role

Jordan Pickford is expected to start for England against Andorra as the Three Lions No1 looks to cement his spot despite competition from James Trafford and Dean Henderson

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3 h. ago Jack Grealish gets Man City transfer demand after England star's brutal axe

Jack Grealish is set to be left out of Manchester City's squad for the Club World Cup and England boss Thomas Tuchel has sent the former Aston Villa star a strong message

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3 h. ago Bukayo Saka injury worry emerges after Arsenal star misses England training

England face Andorra in a World Cup qualifying match on Saturday but may have to be without Arsenal star Bukayo Saka as he recovers from injury

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3 h. ago Reece James shares true feelings on Thomas Tuchel after England recall

Chelsea defender Reece James is delighted that Thomas Tuchel is in charge of England and is looking forward to playing a key role in the World Cup 2026 campaign

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3 h. ago Thomas Tuchel fires 'no favours' warning to England stars ahead of Club World Cup

England face Andorra on Saturday evening with a strong Three Lions squad having made the trip to Barcelona - and Thomas Tuchel will keep playing his big stars

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3 h. ago Rayner faces Labour backbench call to ‘smash’ existing housebuilding model

MPs will spend two days debating the Planning and Infrastructure Bill on Monday and Tuesday.

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3 h. ago Former captain Jos Buttler stars for England in T20 victory over the West Indies

Buttler helped new skipper Harry Brook secure a 3-0 sweep in the ODI series but took centre stage for himself as the teams switched formats in Durham.

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3 h. ago Jos Buttler serves up fireworks as England see off West Indies in first T20

England (188-6) bt West Indies (167-9) by 21 runsButtler scores 96 before Liam Dawson’s four-wicket haulThe burden has gone for Jos Buttler. Playing his first Twenty20 international since stepping down from the white-ball captaincy, there was liberation as he struck a 59-ball 96 to set up England’s 22-run win over West Indies.If there was any glumness for the 34-year-old, it was in missing out on what would have been his first T20I century at home. Nonetheless, Buttler top-scored in a total of 188 before Liam Dawson got to work. Continue reading...

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