38 h. ago EU mulls plan to let importers break Russian gas contracts without penalties

European Commission could reportedly let energy companies declare force majeure and avoid paying MoscowThe European Commission is considering plans that would allow European companies to break long-term Russian gas contracts without paying penalties to Moscow, it has been reported.Citing three officials with knowledge of the plan, the Financial Times reported that the commission was studying the possibility of allowing companies to declare force majeure, which would absolve importers of their obligations to pay penalty fees for ending contracts. Continue reading...

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39 h. ago Ryder Cup 2025: Team Europe latest qualification standings after Rory McIlroy beats Justin Rose at Masters

Several big names have ground to make up if they are to qualify automatically for European side

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40 h. ago EU considers plans for firms to break Russian gas contracts without penalties

European Commission could reportedly let energy companies declare force majeure and avoid paying MoscowThe European Commission is considering plans that would allow European companies to break long-term Russian gas contracts without paying penalties to Moscow, it has been reported.Citing three officials with knowledge of the plan, the Financial Times reported that the commission was studying the possibility of allowing companies to declare force majeure, which would absolve importers of their obligations to pay penalty fees for ending contracts. Continue reading...

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42 h. ago Jason Tindall prepared to lead Newcastle for rest of season as Howe recovers

Manager in hospital being treated for pneumonia‘No exact timeframe’ for return, says TindallJason Tindall is ready to take charge of Newcastle for the remainder of the season as Eddie Howe recovers from pneumonia. With Newcastle’s manager still in hospital, his assistant will lead the team against Crystal Palace at St James’ Park on Wednesday night and at Aston Villa on Saturday, but, if necessary, Tindall is prepared to deputise for longer.Given that recovery times from assorted types of pneumonia vary considerably, with some patients requiring months rather than weeks off work, Newcastle are anxious Howe does not rush his return and concentrates on being fully fit for the start of next season. Accordingly, it is quite possible Tindall will assume responsibility for the final seven games of the season as Newcastle seek Champions League qualification. A point against Palace would take the Carabao Cup winners above Nottingham Forest into third place. Continue reading...

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5 d. ago Katie Boulter and Sonay Kartal inspire Britain to BJK Cup win against Germany

Boulter defeated Tatjana Maria 1-6, 6-3, 6-1 in the HagueKartal earlier beat Jule Niemeier 6-4, 6-2 on Cup debutAn hour into her first national team assignment of the season, the forecast for Katie Boulter was grim. Down a set and a break against a cunning opponent, the British No 1 had been junkballed into oblivion and defeat drew near. Her recent difficult form and her lack of confidence in the surface beneath her feet was plain for all to see.From that uncomfortable position, Boulter showed her mental fortitude in full as she emerged with a strong 1-6, 6-3, 6-1 win over Tatjana Maria to clinch a 2-1 win for Great Britain over Germany in their opening tie of the Billie Jean King Cup qualifiers in the Hague. Continue reading...

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6 d. ago Is the Billie Jean King Cup on TV? How to watch Great Britain’s qualifiers this week

Great Britain are in action in the Netherlands this week with a spot in the Finals up for grabs

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7 d. ago People on PIP must report these changes to DWP or monthly payments could stop

PIP claimants may also have to pay a penalty if they give the DWP wrong information.

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2 w. ago Emma Raducanu WITHDRAWS from Great Britain's squad for Billie Jean King Cup qualifiers to 'best look after her body' after hectic start to 2025

Emma Raducanu has pulled out of Great Britain's squad for next week's Billie Jean King Cup qualifiers against Germany and the Netherlands.

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2 w. ago Nottingham Forest v Manchester United: Premier League – live

Premier League updates from the 8pm BST kick-offLive scores | Read Football Daily | And email ScottA pre-match palate-whetter, courtesy of friend of the site Steve Pye. “I wondered if you might be interested in a blog of mine looking back at Nottingham Forest dramatically beating Man Utd in December 1984?” Sure thing! “For the second time in two weeks, Ron Atkinson’s team threw away a two-goal lead on the road, with a couple of their players coming to blows in the dressing room after the match.”The return of the Premier League, then. It’s been a while, what with World Cup qualifiers, the Nations League, FA Cup quarters, all that. So here’s a reminder of how the division looks as we head into this full round of midweek fixtures. Forest are looking to consolidate third spot, as they chase a Champions League spot and a chance to bid for European Cup number three. United’s most realistic hope of continental competition next season is to win this year’s Europa League, though barreling up...

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2 w. ago Barcelona announced as venue for England’s World Cup qualifier against Andorra

The game will be played at the RCDE Stadium, home of Espanyol.

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2 w. ago Pep Guardiola makes ruthless Man City admission and flatly rejects FA Cup theory

Manchester City only have the FA Cup and qualification for the Champions League left to play for this season after a dismal campaign by their very high standards

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2 w. ago When do Scotland play next? Scotland fixture list 2025, World Cup qualifying dates, latest ticket news

Here is when Scotland will play their next game - and when the 2026 World Cup qualifiers will start.

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3 w. ago Barcelona without Raphinha as La Liga restarts 44 hours after Argentina

Uruguay’s Araújo also out of rescheduled Osasuna match Barça’s Flick: ‘The flight is long, it’s not the ideal situation’Barcelona’s best player was not at their final training session at San Joan Despi before facing Osasuna on Thursday night. Instead, as his teammates took to the practice field on Wednesday morning, Raphinha, scorer of 27 goals and provider of 20 assists this season, was still somewhere over the Atlantic. The same was true of defender Ronald Araújo, with the Barcelona coach, Hansi Flick, confirming that neither of them will play as La Liga restarts – 44 hours after Brazil kicked off against Argentina in a World Cup qualifier more than 10,000 miles away.The Osasuna midfielder Enzo Boyomo may play, at least that was the hope Barcelona’s opponents hold on to, but with a day to go his manager did not know where exactly he was either, let alone what shape he was in. “We have to see if he makes it first,” Vicente Moreno said. The Cameroon international had embarked on a j...

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3 w. ago Emi Martinez and Argentina stars repeat infamous Kylian Mbappe chant to mock Raphinha

Barcelona winger Raphinha had vowed to score for Brazil against Argentina and 'beat them up' during Tuesday's World Cup qualifier which they eventually lost 4-1

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3 w. ago Liverpool fans in complete agreement on Luis Diaz after Colombia performance

Luis Diaz has not been in prolific form for Liverpool recently, but the forward did net two goals and provide an assist in Colombia's World Cup qualifiers against Brazil and Paraguay this month

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3 w. ago ‘It’s Embarrassing’: Brazil’s captain apologises after thrashing by Argentina

La Albiceleste inflicted the biggest defeat on Brazil in a World Cup qualifier with their 4-1 victory in Buenos Aires

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3 w. ago Brazil humiliated by Argentina as bitter rivals book place at 2026 World Cup

Alvarez, Fernández, Mac Allister and Simeone on target in 4-1 win Argentina the first South American team to secure qualificationBrazil were humiliated 4-1 by bitter rivals Argentina in South American World Cup qualifiers as the pressure mounted on manager Dorival Júnior after his side were comprehensively outplayed and fortunate not to lose by more.After edging Colombia 2-1 at home on Thursday, Brazil came crashing back to earth against the world champions, who started the rout with a close-range strike by Julián Alvarez four minutes after kick-off. Continue reading...

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3 w. ago Socceroos prove hard to beat as quest to reach 2026 World Cup goes down to the wire | Joey Lynch

Australia’s fate remains in their own hands and will be decided in June’s international window against runaway leaders Japan and Saudi ArabiaNothing lasts forever, especially in the capricious world of football. And after having results go their way so often during World Cup qualification, it felt inevitable that the whims of the footballing gods would at some point turn away from Australia.While Tony Popovic’s side did pretty much everything they could over the last week, smashing Indonesia 5-1 in Sydney before dispatching China 2-0 in Hangzhou, Japan did everything but score against Saudi Arabia in Saitama on Tuesday. That result ensures the Socceroos’ hopes of automatic qualification for the 2026 World Cup will go down to the wire in June. Continue reading...

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3 w. ago Watch: Victor Osimhen storms off pitch after Nigeria drop points in World Cup qualifier

Victor Osimhen gave Nigeria the lead in their crucial World Cup qualifier at home to Zimbabwe

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3 w. ago David Brooks rescues point for Wales after late drama in North Macedonia

It is 12 years since Wales last played in Skopje and their then manager Chris Coleman arrived uncomfortably late after losing his passport. More than a decade on, Craig Bellamy’s side left a much more professional impression, even if took a last-gasp equaliser from the substitute David Brooks to rescue a point that preserves both his manager’s unbeaten record and Welsh hopes of another World Cup qualification.Given that North Macedonia had won their six previous games without conceding a goal and Wales were unbeaten in seven matches since Bellamy took the managerial helm, something had to give in Skopje. Continue reading...

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