3 d. ago English league to be streamed free on TIKTOK in major broadcasting change sparking ‘new era for fans’

FOOTBALL fans will soon be able to watch live National League games for free on TikTok. Streaming giant DAZN has teamed up with the social media platform in a first-of-its-kind deal that will see matches shown live via TikTok LIVE, without a subscription. The new partnership kicks off Saturday, November 8, when Southend United take...

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1 week ago FTSE 100 winning streak ends as WPP shares hit lowest level since 2008

Rolling coverage of the latest economic and financial newsOver in Germany, Puma has told investors this morning that it plans to cut more than 900 jobs in a turnaround plan under the new boss Arthur Hoeld.The sportswear brand said it will cut 900 roles by the end of next year as part of a plan to get back to growth by 2027.At the end of July, we stated that 2025 would be a year of reset. Since then, we have taken important steps to clean up Puma’s distribution, improve our cash management and reset our operational expenses. By expanding our cost efficiency programme, we are moving quickly to address challenges and make the business more efficient and resilient.I strongly believe the Puma brand has incredible potential with more than 77 years of history, one of the best product archives in the industry and huge credibility in many major sports. We have identified the areas in which we need to take decisive action and outlined our strategic priorities to become one global sports brand...

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1 week ago Trump lowers tariffs and says deal reached on rare earths in ‘amazing’ Xi Jinping talks: Live updates

Trump says first meeting with Xi in six years was a 'great success' with agreements on a range of issues

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1 week ago Donald Trump and Xi Jinping hold meeting in South Korea amid hopes for trade deal – live updates

Summit on sidelines of Apec is the first between the leaders of US and China since 2019, and comes after tensions have been strained by Trump’s trade warIn the days leading up to the Trump-Xi meeting, American officials signalled that the US president did not intend to make good on a recent threat to impose an additional 100% import tax on Chinese goods.Also that China had shown signs it is willing to relax its export controls on rare earths as well as revive buying soybeans from the US.The relationship with China is very good.Because of the tremendous destructive power, I HATED to do it, but had no choice! Russia is second, and China is a distant third, but will be even within 5 years.Because of other countries testing programs, I have instructed the Department of War to start testing our Nuclear Weapons on an equal basis. That process will begin immediately. Continue reading...

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1 week ago Trump news live: President says South Korea trade deal is finalized after admitting he was ‘sad’ he can’t run for 3rd term

Trump, who declared he’s ‘not a king’ was awarded a gold crown during his visit to South Korea, one day before he’s set to meet with China’s leader Xi Jinping

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1 week ago Trump says he will cut fentanyl tariff on Chinese goods and expects ‘great deal’ with Xi – business live

Most Asian stock markets rally on trade deal optimism, ahead of expected US interest rate cutAston Martin has slashed £300m from its investment plans after the British sportscar maker reported a bigger than expected loss in the third quarter because of Donald Trump’s tariffs and weak demand in China.The carmaker said on Wednesday that losses before tax were £112m in the third quarter of 2025, a ninefold increase from £12m a year earlier.This year has been marked by significant macroeconomic headwinds, particularly the sustained impact of US tariffs and weak demand in China.Work is under way to review our future product cycle plan with the aim of optimising costs and capital investment while continuing to deliver innovative, class-leading products to meet customer demands and regulatory requirements. Continue reading...

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1 week ago Trump refuses to rule out third term as he signs rare earths deal with new Japanese PM: Live updates

President Trump met with Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi, a conservative nationalist, in Tokyo and inked a deal to strengthen US access to rare earth minerals

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2 w. ago The cracks that could help the King smoke Prince Andrew out of Royal Lodge? MPs demand to grill prince on his 'rotten' deal to live rent free

The disgraced royal is facing pressure to give up the Royal Lodge mansion where he has lived with his ex-wife Sarah Ferguson in Windsor since buying a 75-year lease on it in August 2003.

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2 w. ago Donald Trump and Australian prime minister Anthony Albanese sign rare earth minerals deal – US politics live

US president says ‘we’re here to talk about trade, submarines, lots of military equipment’ as Albanese says deal is ‘$8.5bn pipeline’ to supply rare earths to USThe Senate will vote, for the 11th time, on a House-passed funding bill that would reopen the government at 5.30pm today.As the government shutdown enters its 20th day, there is little end in sight. The lower chamber is still out of session, as both parties continue to trade barbs over the lapse in funding. Continue reading...

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2 w. ago In pictures: How sumo wrestlers won hearts of Londoners during capital takeover

From Lime bikes and giant soy sauce bottles to reinforced toilet seats at the Royal Albert Hall, here’s what happened when the sumo wrestlers came to stay

Sport

2 w. ago Sumo wrestler misses bus after fight at Royal Albert Hall — has to Lime Bike home instead

The wrestler had been competing in the Grand Sumo Tournament Final just moments before the footage was taken

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2 w. ago Grand Sumo Tournament in London ends in Yokozuna Hoshoryu victory

Grand Sumo Tournament in London ends in Yokozuna Hoshoryu victory  nhk.or.jp

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2 w. ago Sumo champion wins giant SOY SAUCE bottle as London bids farewell to wrestlers following five

Japan's sumo wrestlers waved goodbye to London on Sunday after a five-day Grand Sumo Tournament at the Royal Albert Hall, with the champion rewarded with a giant bottle of soy sauce.

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2 w. ago Sumo Wrestling: Follow reaction as Yokozuna Hoshoryu wins the Grand Sumo Tournament in London

Sumo Wrestling: Follow reaction as Yokozuna Hoshoryu wins the Grand Sumo Tournament in London  BBC

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2 w. ago Sumo Wrestling LIVE: Watch Day 5 of Grand Sumo Tournament from Royal Albert Hall, London

Sumo Wrestling LIVE: Watch Day 5 of Grand Sumo Tournament from Royal Albert Hall, London  BBC

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3 w. ago Awkward wardrobe malfunction forces referee to intervene as Royal Albert Hall hosts Grand Sumo Tournament

The incident occurred during a bout between Ura Kazuki and Shonannoumi Momotaro at the Royal Albert Hall, which is hosting the Grand Sumo Tournament.

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3 w. ago Grand Sumo Tournament London: Ancient rituals and online fans

Grand Sumo Tournament London: Ancient rituals and online fans  BBC

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3 w. ago ‘Not a pretty sight’ – Referee forced to intervene after awkward wardrobe malfunction at Grand Sumo Tournament in London

A REFEREE was forced to intervene after a sumo suffered an awkward wardrobe malfunction. The wrestler was competing in the Grand Sumo Tournament at the Royal Albert Hall in London. Ura Kazuki, 33, was taking on rival Shonannoumi Momotaro in the bout 9 clash. Midway thought the fight, the referee had to pause in order...

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3 w. ago Forty sumo wrestlers weighing six tonnes snacked on 1,500lbs of rice and 400 bottles of soy sauce. No wonder the Royal Albert Hall had to reinforce the loos...

As the Grand Sumo Tournament is held at Royal Albert Hall in Kensington, we reveal all about these Japanese wrestling superstars, and the secrets of hosting such a large tournament.

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3 w. ago The Grand Sumo Tournament is a big deal – here's what it's like to see live

In London for the first time in 35 years, this event is a real showcase of sumo’s majesty

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