3 d. ago Why Carlos Alcaraz’s brilliance leaves Jannik Sinner with one option to reach the next level

Sinner admitted his game was too ‘predictable’ in defeat to Alcaraz in the US Open final, and that he would be willing to lose matches if it meant evolving to beat his rival

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6 d. ago US Open tennis 2025: Carlos Alcaraz beats Novak Djokovic to reach final – as it happened

Alcaraz powered to a 6-4, 7-6 (4), 6-2 win and a likely final against Jannik Sinner as the 38-year-old Djokovic was once again denied in a slam semiHere’s Novak. He’s asked before stepping on to court how his body is feeling. “It’s feeling alright, let’s see. I’m expecting a very physical battle. I look forward to it, the challenge.”And then it’s Carlos. “To be honest in the grand slams having two days to rest [before this semi-final], to feel fresh, is great. I recharged the battery physically and mentally. I’ve been really consistent this tournament [on serve], which I’m really happy about. But now I’m facing one of the best returners, it’s going to be tricky.” Continue reading...

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8 d. ago Number of drivers charged with speeding has fallen by more than 40,000 in a decade despite rising numbers of road deaths

There has been a 77 per cent drop in speeding offences, from 54,419 to 12,339, down more than 42,000 since 2015, including an 18 per cent fall between 2023-24 and 2024-25.

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9 d. ago Carlos Alcaraz confidently sees off Jiri Lehecka to reach US Open semi

The second seed defeated Jiri Lehecka 6-4 6-2 6-4 in less than two hours.

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1 week ago Tesla launches new Model Y Performance: It's a practical electric SUV with 'adrenaline

The Model Y Performance has been unleashed with a staggering 460bhp electric drivetrain and a 0-to-62mph time quicker than a £160,000 Porsche 911 GT3.

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1 week ago Safety and space at risk as SUVs reach 30% of car market in English cities, researchers warn

Campaigners call for Paris-style parking charges amid fears big vehicles are taking up excessive public spaceThe number of giant cars in England’s cities has increased tenfold in recent years, according to researchers, who warn the vehicles are taking up excessive public space and posing a threat to public safety.Analysis published by Clean Cities has found SUVs have gone from 3% to 30% of existing cars in the past two decades. In London, the number of SUVs has increased from about 80,000 in 2002 to about 800,000 in 2023. Continue reading...

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2 w. ago Moment brave kidnapping victim jumps out of car after lucky police encounter

After being sexually assaulted and kidnapped, a woman took three seconds to jump out of her attacker's car and reach the police, with the tense moment captured on CCTV

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2 w. ago Son of climber stuck 22,000ft up Victory Peak with broken leg claims mum 'alive'

The devastated son of 47-year-old climber Natalia Nagovitsyna has urged rescuers to resume their search two weeks after his mum broke her leg at 22,000ft on Kyrgyzstan's Victory Peak

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2 w. ago Fact check: How many asylum hotels have been closed under Labour?

Ministers claimed about 200 have been closed since the peak under the previous government – but most of this fall took place under the Conservatives.

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3 w. ago Heart patients to be offered rehab online under new draft guidance

The six platforms have been conditionally recommended in new draft guidance from the National Institute for Health and Care Excellence.

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4 w. ago The eight popular electric cars that NEVER reach their claimed peak charging speeds... and two that do

A new test shows that only two out of eight popular EVs managed to hit their claimed rapid charging speeds, with it taking longer to fast charge than promised.

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4 w. ago Inside Jalisco Mexican 'young team' cartel primed for new wave of evil and torture

Fledgling cartel numbers reach more than 30k as young people in poverty are lured into a life of crime and murder by the promise of riches.

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last month Escape the heatwave with the 10 best wild swimming spots within an hour of London

Feeling the heat? These are the best swimming spots within easy reach of the capital by train, tube and car

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