46 m. ago Nadine Dorries defects to Nigel Farage's Reform saying Tory Party is DEAD

Former I'm A Celeb star Nadine Dorries said the Tories 'cannot win the next election' as she confirmed she has switched sides to Nigel Farage's Reform

Events

49 m. ago Craig Bellamy blown away by Cardiff City kid on Wales debut as he says 'what a player!'

The Wales head coach spoke after his side's 1-0 win over Kazakhstan

Sport

52 m. ago Alcaraz and Djokovic’s contrasting careers at forefront in scintillating semi

The pair, born 16 years apart, will have met at every single major when they enter Arthur Ashe Stadium on FridayCarlos Alcaraz took his final leave from Rod Laver Arena this year consumed by frustration. Losing at the Australian Open, the first grand slam tournament of the year, was painful enough, but Alcaraz’s disappointment was particularly down to how he had lost.His opponent, Novak Djokovic, had visibly begun to struggle with a leg injury early in their four-set quarter-final, but instead of focusing on his own game, Alcaraz found himself staring across the net and thinking too much about his opponent’s condition rather than what he needed to win. While the Spaniard’s focus wavered, Djokovic’s difficulties inspired his most offensive, decisive tennis, and he willed himself to a miraculous victory. Continue reading...

Politics

57 m. ago Annabelle doll handler’s cause of death finally revealed months after ‘haunted’ tour

Dan Rivera died at the age of 54 while on tour in Pennsylvania

Events

72 m. ago The Guardian view on Xi, Putin and Kim: heed China’s statement of intent, but don’t take it as fact | Editorial

Images of the autocrats at Wednesday’s military parade reflected the shifting global order. But Donald Trump is hastening Beijing’s riseOn Wednesday morning, Beijingers living near Tiananmen Square were issued with cold breakfast packs and ordered to refrain from cooking, lest smoke from stoves cloud the skies above the mammoth military parade. China’s Communist party goes to extraordinary lengths to ensure that nothing obscures the message of such performances – in this case, that Xi Jinping is reshaping the global order and that China is, in his words, “unstoppable”.The parade marked 80 years since the end of the second world war, positioning China as the critical force in victory in the east then, and a force to be similarly reckoned with today as “humanity is again faced with the choice of peace or war, dialogue or confrontation, win-win or zero-sum”, in Mr Xi’s words. China is “not afraid of bullies”. Continue reading...

Politics

1 hour ago American music star quietly cancels European tour dates including huge Manchester Co

A major Co-op Live act has suddenly cancelled his shows in Europe with fans informed over email

Politics

1 hour ago Who will win Denmark vs Scotland? Our writers deliver predictions for huge World Cup qualifying opener

The journey to the biggest stage in world football starts here and the Tartan Army are desperate to be part of the party

Politics

2 h. ago Vuelta a España: Ayuso outsprints compatriot Romo to grab glory on stage 12

Stage passes without incident after abandonment Jonas Vingegaard retains overall race leadJuan Ayuso (UAE Team Emirates-XRG) outsprinted his Spanish compatriot Javier Romo (Movistar) to win stage 12 of the Vuelta a España, his second stage win of this year’s race, with Jonas Vingegaard (Visma-Lease a Bike) retaining the overall lead.Palestine flags were in evidence again after protests had brought Wednesday’s stage to a premature end but the race passed without serious incident, while the Israel-Premier Tech team have said pulling out of this year’s Vuelta would “set a dangerous precedent in the sport of cycling” in reaction to the incidents on stage 11. Continue reading...

Politics

2 h. ago England vs South Africa live: Latest score and updates as hosts chase 331 to win second ODI

After a hammering at Headingley, England host South Africa at Lord’s in need of a response

Politics

3 h. ago Kazakhstan v Wales live: Visitors cling on for narrow win in far

Kazakhstan 0-1 Wales: Craig Bellamy’s side earn potentially vital win after a close game in Astana

Politics

3 h. ago All Blacks turn to a Scot for Springboks test after ‘simply unforgivable’ result

One win apiece as Rugby Championship resumes Down Under

Politics

3 h. ago 'Phenomenal': Scotland star lauded ahead of landing 50th cap

Milestone moment for Bonar as Scotland aim to land big win

Politics

3 h. ago The Weeknd announces 2026 UK and Europe dates as After Hours Til Dawn tour gets extended

The Weeknd will be accompanied by rapper Playboi Carter on his upcoming tour

Politics

4 h. ago Comedian Susie McCabe to bring new show to Stirling as part of 2026 tour

The Glasgow comic will hit the road next April and May following her successful run at this year's Edinburgh Fringe.

Culture

4 h. ago He was in credit card debt and quit the job he loved – now he's made over £11million

Ben Griffin has enjoyed a remarkable rise in the world of golf over the past few months, with the American now a two-time PGA Tour winner and set to make his Ryder Cup debut

Economics

4 h. ago British rider Matthew Brennan wins maiden Tour of Britain stage

The 20-year-old continued a sterling season with a dominant victory in Ampthill

Politics

4 h. ago Serena Williams involvement ‘a win for women’s football’ – Catarina Macario

The 23-time grand slam tennis champion was at May’s FA Cup final with her husband Alexis Ohanian after his minority investment in Chelsea.

Politics

5 h. ago Jannik Sinner breaks his silence on US Open fan who tried to steal from his bag in brazen courtside moment

Jannik Sinner has broken his silence on the brazen fan who tried to steal from his bag at the US Open. The incident happened following his round of 16 win over Alexander Bublik.

Events

5 h. ago Iconic British band forced to postpone tour last minute as star suffers freak accident

Fans left worried as Sex Pistols guitarist Steve Jones suffers painful injury, forcing US tour delay and sparking concern for the 70-year-old rock legend’s recovery

Politics

5 h. ago Ryder Cup star who's won over £11million quit sport entirely to work behind a desk

Ben Griffin has been one of the PGA Tour's hottest golfers this season, but his career has had more ups and downs than most

Economics