17 h. ago Mark Allen hits 147 then loses as Barry Hearn warns Crucible ‘not fit for purpose’

Allen makes history but loses 13-6 to Chris WakelinHearn: ‘We love the Crucible but it has to love us’Mark Allen wrote his name into Crucible history with a maximum 147 break at the World Snooker Championship – but fell to a 13-6 defeat in his second-round match against Chris Wakelin.Resuming 6-2 behind, Allen endured a nightmare first half of the morning session, losing all four frames to fall 10-2 down and at risk of going out with a session to spare. Wakelin hit breaks of 119, 71 and 75 as his opponent failed to pot a ball for three frames, immediately heading to the practice table at the interval. Continue reading...

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26 h. ago Mark Allen hits Crucible 147 as Barry Hearn warns venue ‘not fit for purpose’

Allen makes history but trails Chris Wakelin 10-3Hearn: ‘We love the Crucible but it has to love us’Mark Allen has made a maximum 147 break at the World Snooker Championship, writing his name into Crucible history – but still faces an uphill battle to avoid elimination in his second-round match with Chris Wakelin.Resuming 6-2 behind, Allen endured a nightmare first half of the morning session, losing all four frames to fall 10-2 down, at risk of losing with a session to spare. Wakelin hit breaks of 119, 71 and 75 as Northern Ireland’s Allen failed to pot a ball for three frames, immediately heading to the practice table at the interval. Continue reading...

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52 h. ago Unusual city break named the cheapest place to visit in May with £1 transport fares and bargain three

Families looking for a cheap getaway can still enjoy a bargain break, according to research by Ink Digital, which has listed the best - and worst value - family holidays.

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4 d. ago 'Cheapest' African country to visit in May with £2 pints and bargain hotels

New data has revealed the best time to visit Botswana for a budget-friendly getaway, with hotels offering up major discounts in May - and pints can cost as little as £1.81

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2 w. ago 'Best city break in Europe' is also one of the most beautiful spots

The city break destination has been named as the 'best European city break that won't break the bank' by a travel money provider - and it's easy to see why

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2 w. ago British Transport Police officer accused of choking 'fare dodger' 15

PC Adrian Young denies claims he ‘choked’ a teenage girl at Camden Road Overground Station

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2 w. ago Now you see it: Eric Kogan’s everyday urban illusions – in pictures

New York-based photographer Eric Kogan uses shadows, reflections and fortuitous timing in order to create optical illusions in his work. “It’s more of a life’s journey than a project,” he says, “but if I had to describe it, it’s all about spotting unusual moments in everyday places.” In his daily walks around the city, he keeps an eye out for interesting juxtapositions or humorous framings: a pigeon balancing on a ghostly tree; a cloud caught in a net; statues miraculously coming to life. “At the root it’s about seeing, but maintaining the right state of mind is also everything. I’m hoping the photos will connect with others, and, with each individual, take on personal narratives.”See more at instagram.com/erickogan Continue reading...

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3 w. ago ScotRail branded 'deeply unfair' as transport giant imposes fares hike on passengers

The largest rail operator in Scotland was told by a union it could not justify the increase in fares.

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Maxine McCreadie, a personal finance expert, shares innovative hacks to help commuters save on Tube fares amid rising TfL costs. Discover ways to reduce travel expenses with railcards, off-peak journeys and more

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last month Europe's cheapest country for 2025 with pints for less than £2 and £28 flights

Bulgaria has been named the cheapest country in Europe for Brits to visit in 2025 - with pints for less than £2 and return flights for under £30

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