23 h. ago Nicole Scherzinger to fulfil childhood dream with solo show at iconic UK venue

Nicole Scherzinger is set to live out a lifelong dream as she prepares for a major solo performance at one of the UK’s most legendary venues, marking a milestone moment in her career

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36 h. ago The UN is our best defence against a third world war. As Trump wields the axe, who will fight to save it? | Simon Tisdall

If the US cuts off the cash it will have world-changing effects, but it’s not the only country falling short in its obligations to the United Nations The United Nations and its agencies have long struggled with funding shortfalls. Now an entrenched problem is becoming an acute crisis in the shadow of Donald Trump’s executioner’s axe. The US is the biggest contributor, at 22%, to the UN’s core budget. In February, the White House announced a six-month review of US membership of all international organisations, conventions and treaties, including the UN, with a view to reducing or ending funding – and possible withdrawal. The deadline for decapitation falls next month.Trump’s abolition of the US Agency for International Development (USAID), and scrapping of most aid programmes, has already badly damaged UN-led and UN-backed humanitarian operations, which rely on discretionary funding. Yet Trump’s axe symbolises a more fundamental threat – to multilateralism and the much-battered inter...

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54 h. ago Arne Engels warns Celtic anger at two major disappointments is fuelling renewed Treble assault

Engels reckons there's going to be an edge to the champions this term after falling short in Munich and at Hampden

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2 d. ago Strictly Come Dancing star hints at major career change and 'dream role'

Strictly Come Dancing star Fleur East has opened up about her career journey and revealed the one regret she has as she eyes up a potential major career change.

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4 d. ago Former Royal Navy head sacked over affair with subordinate officer

Ministry of Defence says Ben Key’s conduct fell far short of standards expected following investigationBen Key, the head of the Royal Navy, has been fired and stripped of his commission after it was discovered that the married admiral had been having an affair with a female subordinate.The Ministry of Defence said Key’s behaviour had been found to have fallen far short of the standards expected following an investigation, triggered after the woman’s husband made a complaint. Continue reading...

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4 d. ago Former head of Royal Navy sacked over affair with subordinate officer

Ministry of Defence says Ben Key’s conduct fell far short of standards expected after investigationThe former head of the Royal Navy, Ben Key, has been fired and stripped of his commission after it was discovered that the married admiral had been having an affair with a female subordinate.The Ministry of Defence said Key’s behaviour had been found to have fallen far short of the standards expected, after an investigation triggered when the woman’s husband made a complaint. Continue reading...

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5 d. ago Former Navy head sacked after ‘falling short of values and standards expected’

Admiral Sir Ben Key was reportedly suspended from his role as First Sea Lord over claims he had an affair with a female subordinate

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9 d. ago Man United dream transfer swap scenario can solve two major Ruben Amorim issues

Manchester United may need to be creative in the transfer market this summer and an opportunity to swap Rasmus Hojlund and Ollie Watkins may suit both parties

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1 week ago Joshua Redman: Words Fall Short review | John Fordham's jazz album of the month

(Blue Note)The US saxophonist pulls back the vocals of his last record to present a new ensemble and all-original repertoire, resulting in an ideal balance of ingenuity and rapportJoshua Redman has been such a brilliant saxophone improviser for more than three decades that his unerring flawlessness at a spontaneous art almost becomes a tic. But his playful delight in music-making, a quality that swept from his eponymous debut release in 1993, has never faded. Redman’s 2023 first album for Blue Note was the covers-packed Where Are We, his first predominantly vocal venture, featuring the frail, borderline-tearful voice of young New Orleans-based singer Gabrielle Cavassa, herself a new Blue Note signing.Perhaps to deflect this from looking like a label-steered career reset, Redman has cannily entitled its successor Words Fall Short, and included only one Cavassa vocal. Even more smartly, he has introduced a terrific new young road band on an all-original repertoire, and added acclaimed...

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1 week ago Keir Starmer given Hillsborough Law warning by MPs and peers

Dozens of MPs and peers have written to Keir Starmer to warn that the Hillsborough Law being drawn up is 'likely to fall far short of what was promised to the families'

Events

1 week ago Effort to repeal Ohio ban on college DEI programs, faculty strikes falls short

The petition drive seeking repeal of an Ohio law banning DEI programs and faculty strikes at public colleges and universities, and making other higher education policy changes, has fallen short of the necessary signatures

Events

1 week ago Olympic champion Faith Kipyegon falls agonisingly short of becoming first woman to break four

The Kenyan aimed to become the first woman to run a mile in under four minutes

Sport

1 week ago Emma Raducanu says she needs to get her ‘head in the game’ after Eastbourne exit

British No 1 knocked out by teenager Maya JointAustralian world No 51 wins 4-6, 6-1, 7-6 (4)Emma Raducanu says she needs to get her “head in the game” before Wimbledon starts on Monday after falling just short of a comeback against Australian teenager Maya Joint at Eastbourne.The British No 1 looked dead and buried in her battle with the youngster, trailing 5-2 in the deciding set. But she produced an inspired spell, breaking Joint three times when she was serving for the match, to set up a tie-break. Continue reading...

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1 week ago Raducanu comeback falls just short against Maya Joint at Eastbourne

Australian world No 51 wins 4-6, 6-1, 7-6 (4)Jodie Burrage fails to convert match pointsEmma Raducanu’s attempt at a miraculous recovery against Maya Joint fell just short as she lost in the second round at Eastbourne.The British No 1 looked dead and buried in her battle with the Australian, trailing 5-2 in the deciding set. But she produced an inspired spell, breaking Joint three times when she was serving for the match, to set up a tie-break. Continue reading...

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2 w. ago Ruben Amorim's dream Man Utd XI with four new signings and two major exits during window

Ruben Amorim knows he needs a big summer transfer window if he is to turn around Manchester United's fortunes with Matheus Cunha his only major signing amid interest in the likes of Bryan Mbeumo

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2 w. ago Tense moment fare dodger is confronted by ticket inspectors after 'falling £1.30 short for his ticket'

The South Western Railway passenger was caught at Weybridge station in Surrey using the ticket which gives a half-price discount on adult prices for children aged five to 15.

Economics

2 w. ago Voices: My husband wanted to go to Dignitas: the new assisted dying bill wouldn’t have helped him

As the right-to-die legislation passes its final Commons hurdle, Mary Dejevsky explains how it falls far short of helping those who might have been pinning their hopes on it, namely people like her late partner with chronic progressive conditions such as Parkinson’s disease

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2 w. ago Rory McIlroy trails by two as Scottie Scheffler holds share of lead

Masters champion McIlroy was looking to build some momentum following a tough run.

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2 w. ago Rory McIlroy two shots off early clubhouse leader at Travelers Championship

The Masters champion had finished tied for 19th at last week’s US Open

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2 w. ago Marcus Rashford 'handed' major blow to 'dream' Manchester United transfer exit

Manchester United are looking to sell Marcus Rashford this summer as they prepare a squad overhaul under Ruben Amorim

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