78 m. ago Was the Black Lives Matter rebellion all for nothing? It may feel like that, but I have seen reasons for hope | Jason Okundaye

It is easy to look back at 2020 and feel aggrieved, even fooled. But in the British city where slaver Edward Colston’s statue was pulled down, I found cause for optimismIt has been five years since George Floyd, a Black man who lived in Minneapolis, was murdered by Derek Chauvin, a white police officer. The killing, captured in a distressing 10-minute video that quickly flooded social media timelines, sparked something that felt like an international revolution: protests took place across the world, forcing countries and cities to reckon with their present and historical treatment of Black people.In Britain, protests reached fever pitch when activists in Bristol toppled a statue of Edward Colston, the slave trader and deputy governor of the Royal African Company, and hurled it into the harbour. Bristol, once a major slave-trading port, had maintained a veneration of Colston that was increasingly divisive. The statue in particular had been a key focus of tensions: attempts to add a s...

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78 m. ago Ramshackle Canonbury studio where Dire Straits and The Police recorded set for conversion into house

The unassuming building saw everyone from Madness to John Cleese come through its doors

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2 h. ago Liverpool transfer news: Reds ace hints at exit as Arne Slot responds to transfer statement

Liverpool are set to be active in the summer transfer window with speculation over Luis Diaz's future as the Reds make plans to sign a replacement for Trent Alexander-Arnold

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2 h. ago Anita Dobson addresses huge Doctor Who twist as she takes on iconic role

Doctor Who's upcoming finale is set to confirm fan suspicion as Anita Dobson has lifted the lid on Mrs Flood's true identity and embodies an iconic villain in the Whoniverse.

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2 h. ago A major Cardiff building is set to remain closed for three years

The city centre building has been shut since October 2023 and there is an update on its future

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4 h. ago Man Utd transfer news: First signing to be 'announced soon' as Ruben Amorim's key demand revealed

Manchester United are set for a busy summer in the transfer window as Ruben Amorim prepares for his first pre-season in charge at Old Trafford looking to improve his squad

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5 h. ago Rust armorer released after completing prison sentence in fatal film set shooting

Hannah Gutierrez-Reed paroled after 18 months from facility in New Mexico to her home in Bullhead City, ArizonaThe armorer convicted in the fatal 2021 shooting involving Alec Baldwin on the set of the film Rust was released Friday from a New Mexico prison.Hannah Gutierrez-Reed was paroled to her home in Bullhead City, Arizona. She was found guilty of involuntary manslaughter in March 2024 for the death of cinematographer Halyna Hutchins, who was killed when Baldwin discharged a prop gun loaded with a live round during a rehearsal. Director Joel Souza was also injured. Continue reading...

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6 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

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7 h. ago Coronation Street icon's unexpected return after nearly a decade rocks Weatherfield

Coronation Street has released a first-look preview of the comeback scene of a popular character, with an actor reprising their role after their exit nine years ago

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7 h. ago Elephants, eagles and stingrays given larger spaces to roam in zoos thanks to new rules

Good news for stingrays and elephants as new rules to be introduced in more than a decade and will help modernise the UK’s beloved zoos and aquariums

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7 h. ago Trump reportedly to make drastic cuts to US National Security Council

Staff to be cut to dozens, with more authority expected to be handed to state and defense departmentsA large restructuring of the US National Security Council got under way on Friday as Donald Trump moved to reduce the size and scope of the once-powerful agency, five sources briefed on the matter said.Staff dealing with a variety of major geopolitical issues were sent termination notices on Friday, said the sources, who requested anonymity as they were not permitted to speak to the media. Continue reading...

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7 h. ago Lady Gaga's shockingly 'rude' behavior towards Zendaya from 12 years ago is now going viral

In 2013, Zendaya encountered Lady Gaga on the red carpet of the AMAs and a more than a decade long feud between the two superstars' fan based started.

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8 h. ago Napoli secure Serie A title after Scott McTominay’s stunner sees off Cagliari

Napoli win league by point from Inter, who beat ComoMcTominay also named Serie A player of the seasonA spectacular scissor kick from Scott McTominay set Napoli on their way to a 2-0 win over Cagliari that sealed the Serie A title for Antonio Conte’s side in their final league game of the season.Napoli went into the match leading the Italian table by just one point from Inter, who kicked off at the same time on Friday night away to Como. When Stefan de Vrij put Inter ahead via a corner after 20 minutes, they leapfrogged Napoli in the live standings, but the goal from the former Manchester United midfielder McTominay in the 42nd minute, acrobatically converting Matteo Politano’s cross, eased nerves in Naples. Continue reading...

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8 h. ago DNC set to vote in weeks on removing David Hogg after young progressive announces plans to fund challengers

‘If we’re to redo this election, it truly just sends a horrible message that we really do not want out there at this moment,’ Hogg says

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8 h. ago Family share Skegness Butlin's break from hell, with blood stains and handcuffs

Tiffany Martin went with her partner and kids to the chain's resort in Skegness, and was left fuming with the state of the accommodation and the lack of customer service

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8 h. ago Thomas Tuchel wants England stars to 'suffer' amid warning over World Cup issue

Next summer’s World Cup is set to be played in difficult conditions

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8 h. ago Coronation Street star Daniel Brocklebank's partner slams exit as a 'huge mistake'

Actor Daniel Brocklebank is set to bow out from his role as vicar Billy Mayhew on Coronation Street after 11 years and his partner had plenty to say on the shock news

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9 h. ago Bruce Springsteen's lyrical view of America has long included politics — even more so as he ages

Even as his fame and wealth have soared over the decades, Bruce Springsteen has retained the voice of the working class’ balladeer

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9 h. ago Gary Lineker set for new job talks as TV return outlined next month after BBC exit

Gary Lineker is set to leave the BBC after fronting his final Match of the Day on Sunday, but the veteran broadcaster is in discussions over a potential TV return

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11 h. ago Tyson Fury gets huge boost as his hit Netflix show At Home With The Furys returns

Heavyweight boxer Tyson Fury and his wife Paris are set to get a huge boost following his latest retirement as they open their doors for their own Netflix show once again

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