54 h. ago The White House is getting renovated. Can we do the whole country while we’re at it? | Dave Schilling

Refurbishing the nation should be a collective effort – not the work of a single man with an unmatched taste for the gaudyWho doesn’t love a good home renovation project? Something to take your mind off the humdrum details of life. A fresh start. A dream made reality. I recently repainted my French doors from teal to aquamarine. I felt like a new man, albeit one with all the same problems. Just with a new door color.The average homeowner will always find something to change, tweak or revise – even in the most beautiful property. Don’t like your kitchen sink? Rip it out. Not a fan of subway tiles? Scrap them. Have you ever considered the sublime serenity of a rainfall shower on your body in the morning? All of these amenities can be yours for the price of materials, labor and the psychic distress of a bunch of burly middle-aged men traipsing around your house with large, thick boots. A small price to pay for a bit of temporary contentment. Continue reading...

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1 week ago Ryder Cup triumph being remembered for the wrong reasons, says Rory McIlroy

Focus on unruly fans ‘is obscuring Europe’s performance’‘I’d like to shift the narrative,’ says Northern IrishmanRory McIlroy is eager to shift discussion of last month’s Ryder Cup from the dominant theme of unruly spectators to the “incredible” strength of Europe’s display.Luke Donald and his European team secured back-to-back Ryder Cup wins after reaching what ultimately proved an unassailable position within two of the event’s three days. Continue reading...

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2 w. ago Collin Morikawa denies his ‘chaos’ comments inflamed USA fans at Ryder Cup

US golfer admits home fans ‘crossed the line’ with abuseMorikawa says he did not intend fans to get out of handCollin Morikawa admits the behaviour of American fans at the Ryder Cup “crossed the line” but he denies he was partly to blame for inflaming the atmosphere.Two days before the event started at Bethpage in New York, the two-time major winner said he hoped the opening day was “absolute chaos”. Continue reading...

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2 w. ago Zara Larsson reveals her 'dream' next step as new album Midnight Sun gets rave reviews

Zara Larsson talks about her latest album and new brand, but says her dream is for people to start dressing up as her for Halloween and for her brand identity to be strong and recognisable

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3 w. ago Sports quiz of the week: Ryder Cup, World Cup winners and Harry Kane

Have you been following the big – and small – stories in football, golf, rugby union, cricket and rugby league? Continue reading...

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3 w. ago PGA of America president belatedly admits US Ryder Cup fans ‘crossed line’ with abuse

Don Rea Jr writes letter to organization’s membersEuropean players and wives were verbally abusedThe president of the PGA of America, who had initially dismissed abuse directed at Europe’s players during this year’s Ryder Cup as no worse than at “a youth soccer game”, has issued an apology.“Let me begin with what we must own. While the competition was spirited – especially with the US team’s rally on Sunday afternoon – some fan behavior clearly crossed the line,” Don Rea Jr wrote in an email to PGA of America members. “It was disrespectful, inappropriate, and not representative of who we are as the PGA of America or as PGA of America golf professionals. We condemn that behavior unequivocally.” Continue reading...

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3 w. ago Tyrell Hatton tells European supporters not to sink to level of US fans at Bethpage

Ryder Cup will be staged at Adare Manor in 2027‘I don’t really think insults are the way forward’Tyrrell Hatton has urged European supporters not to lower themselves to the level of US golf fans when the Ryder Cup heads to Adare Manor in 2027.Europe’s players were boorishly abused, with Rory McIlroy and his American wife, Erica, targeted for particularly vile treatment, as Bethpage turned ugly. Hatton, who secured the half in the Sunday singles that guaranteed victory for Europe, has told home fans not to seek retribution in Ireland in two years’ time. Continue reading...

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3 w. ago Rory McIlroy snubs chance to boost £260million net worth after winning Ryder Cup

Rory McIlroy was one of the standout performers for Team Europe at the 2025 Ryder Cup

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3 w. ago Rory McIlroy turns down major payday days after leading Europe to Ryder Cup success

Rory McIlroy was one of the standout performers for Team Europe at the 2025 Ryder Cup, but he will not be in action at the Alfred Dunhill Links Championship this week

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3 w. ago Golf news: Rory McIlroy slammed for Erica Stoll decision as Ryder Cup behaviour verdict given

The 2025 Ryder Cup delivered edge-of-your-seat drama as Team Europe edged to a 15-13 victory over the USA, but the event was marred by controversy and rowdy fan behaviour

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3 w. ago Tom Watson says he was ‘ashamed’ of US fans’ conduct at Ryder Cup

Apologises for ‘rude and mean-spirited behaviour’Crowd aimed abuse towards visiting players and familiesTom Watson, a legend of American golf, has apologised to Europe’s Ryder Cup contingent for the behaviour of spectators at Bethpage Black while admitting he was “ashamed” of what played out in the galleries. A dramatic European retention of the trophy, 15-13, was overshadowed by abusive behaviour towards visiting players and their families. Watson’s comments come after Rory McIlroy confirmed his wife, Erica, was hit by a beer thrown by a fan.“I’d like to congratulate Europe on their victory,” said Watson on X. “Your team play the first few days was sensational. More importantly, I’d like to apologise for the rude and mean-spirited behaviour from our American crowd at Bethpage. As a former player, captain and as an American I am ashamed of what happened.” Continue reading...

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3 w. ago Lowry steps out of McIlroy’s shadow to play leading man on biggest stage

Irish golfer represents everything that makes Europe so successful as a team and could well be a future captainIt is not easy being Shane Lowry. Such a close friendship with Rory McIlroy means not only is sporting comparison inevitable but questions towards Lowry are routinely framed with the Northern Irishman in mind. What does Rory think, what would Rory say. Lowry takes it all in good spirit – the vast majority of the time – when he would be entitled to roll his eyes. That also applies to the rogue depiction of the hard-drinking Irishman who has a natural talent for his sport that removes a need for hard work. There are few more dedicated or serious performers than Lowry. He cares almost too much.McIlroy’s outstanding achievements in golf do not extend to what Lowry produced on Sunday. A stirring comeback from the USA had left Europe in serious danger of letting the Ryder Cup slip through a dozen pairs of hands. It was left to Lowry and a 6ft putt on the final green at Bethpage B...

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3 w. ago Lowry steps out of McIlroy’s shadow to play leading man on biggest stage | Ewan Murray

Irish golfer represents everything that makes Europe so successful as a team and could well be a future captainIt is not easy being Shane Lowry. Such a close friendship with Rory McIlroy means not only is sporting comparison inevitable but questions towards Lowry are routinely framed with the Northern Irishman in mind. What does Rory think, what would Rory say. Lowry takes it all in good spirit – the vast majority of the time – when he would be entitled to roll his eyes. That also applies to the rogue depiction of the hard-drinking Irishman who has a natural talent for his sport that removes a need for hard work. There are few more dedicated or serious performers than Lowry. He cares almost too much.McIlroy’s outstanding achievements in golf do not extend to what Lowry produced on Sunday. A stirring comeback from the USA had left Europe in serious danger of letting the Ryder Cup slip through a dozen pairs of hands. It was left to Lowry and a 6ft putt on the final green at Bethpage B...

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3 w. ago Ryder Cup 2025 live: Europe stars react to USA fans’ taunts after clinching tense victory in New York

Europe dramatically held off an unlikely USA fightback before Rory McIlroy and others reacted to fan abuse they’d received all week in New York and questions now start about winning captain Luke Donald’s Ryder Cup future

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3 w. ago Rory McIlroy and Tommy Fleetwood star in wild Ryder Cup celebrations as Europe fans warned

Team Europe held off a spirited comeback from Team USA to secure a record-breaking win at the 2025 Ryder Cup, sparking wild celebrations from the players involved

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3 w. ago Ryder Cup 2025: Guardian writers select their standout moments

From Shane Lowry’s victory jig to the emergence of a new US star, our team’s picks from an electrifying weekend Player of the tournament Viktor Hovland. Well, that was a significant half point on day three No, seriously, the award belongs to Tommy Fleetwood. Singles defeat should not mask his overall performance. Surely a major winner in waiting. Continue reading...

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3 w. ago Ryder Cup 2025 live: Europe win Ryder Cup in nailbiting finish against resurgent USA

Shane Lowry and Tyrell Hatton sank decisive putts on the 18th to earn Europe the Ryder Cup after a surprising and unlikely USA fightback

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3 w. ago How the 2025 Ryder Cup was won: Three crucial moves Europe made to ensure victory

In the end, Luke Donald's men became the first away winners in the Ryder Cup since 2012, leaving Keegan Bradley to admit the victory was deserved and to heap praise on the leadership of Donald

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3 w. ago Ryder Cup 2025 player ratings: Fleetwood shines for Europe as Scheffler endures USA nightmare

Team Europe secured a dramatic late 15-13 victory after an incredible final day in which the USA mounted an unlikely comeback early on

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3 w. ago Europe's Ryder Cup heroes go wild as Rory McIlroy leads boozy celebrations after dramatic triumph on US soil

While they did so in much hairier fashion than expected, Europe stars will care very little after sneaking over the line to sink their great rivals and win a Ryder Cup away from home.

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