3 h. ago Ariana Grande's MTV VMAs reactions spark heated debate after moving Ozzy Osbourne tribute

Ariana Grande was one of the biggest winners at the 2025 MTV VMAs but the pop star was also the subject of speculation on social media after the awards show

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3 h. ago Rental Family review – Brendan Fraser is stranded in mawkish misfire

Toronto film festival: The Oscar-winning star of The Whale makes another awards play with a beautifully shot yet emotionally inert comedy dramaBrendan Fraser is an actor performing characters who help people achieve a sense of emotional healing, affirmation or comfort. That could describe who he tends to be in “real” life (whatever that means in this context) but it’s also what he’s playing in Rental Family.The feelgood dramedy – or at least that’s what it tries so hard to be – is about an actual service in Japan that supplies actors who perform as bit players in everyday people’s lives. They’re hired by clients to fake it in roles as a family member, a friend or even the cheering audience at a karaoke bar. The premise packs meta layers and gives Fraser the opportunity to inhabit multiple roles, while turning the lens back on the audience to consider what we’re looking for in the movie(s). Unfortunately, when it comes to Rental Family, it’s just not that deep. Continue reading...

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20 h. ago Jofra Archer stars as England power to record ODI win against South Africa

3rd ODI: England, 414-5, bt South Africa, 72, by 342 runsJacob Bethell and Joe Root score centuries to set up rout What even was this? What does any of it mean? In an extraordinary, bewildering, borderline nonsensical game, England romped to their fifth-highest total of all time before they skittled South Africa for their second-lowest to win by the largest margin in the history of the format – the teams divided in the end by 342 runs.For the home side this was every bit as ecstatic as the grizzly defeat in the series opener had been miserable, as centuries from Jacob Bethell – the very first of his career – and Joe Root – not his – helped England to post 414 for five, and were followed by a magnificent display with the ball from Jofra Archer as South Africa lost all nine wickets – their captain, Temba Bavuma, unable to bat because of a calf strain – for just 72. Continue reading...

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20 h. ago England beat South Africa by 342 runs for biggest winning margin in men’s ODI history – as it happened

Jofra Archer, Joe Root and Jacob Bethell star for England as they inflict a record ODI win on South Africa in SouthamptonAn interesting chat between Nick Knight, Shaun Pollock and Mike Atherton. Athers says that England are trying to bring the ODI and Test teams together whilst treating the T20 side as a different entity. That’s sensible on paper, he says, but brings a “real challenge because of the amount and volume of Test cricket England play. They are going to have to be quite strong about where their players play franchise cricket.”South Africa: Aiden Markram, Ryan Rickelton (wk), Temba Bavuma (capt),Matthew Breetzke, Tristan Stubbs, Dewald Brevis, Wiann Mulder, Corbin Bosch, Keshav Maharaj, Codi Yusuf, Nandre Burger. Continue reading...

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21 h. ago Jacob Bethell and Joe Root smash centuries as England hit record ODI win over South Africa

The Three Lions’ 342-run winning margin is the largest ever

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23 h. ago England set South Africa target of 415 to win third men’s one

Updates from the match in Southampton (11am BST)You can email Tanya | Report: South Africa seal seriesAn interesting chat between Nick Knight, Shaun Pollock and Mike Atherton. Athers says that England are trying to bring the ODI and Test teams together whilst treating the T20 side as a different entity. That’s sensible on paper, he says, but brings a “real challenge because of the amount and volume of Test cricket England play. They are going to have to be quite strong about where their players play franchise cricket.”South Africa: Aiden Markram, Ryan Rickelton (wk), Temba Bavuma (capt),Matthew Breetzke, Tristan Stubbs, Dewald Brevis, Wiann Mulder, Corbin Bosch, Keshav Maharaj, Codi Yusuf, Nandre Burger. Continue reading...

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28 h. ago £1million Aberdeen transfer miss 'revealed' as Nicolas Milanovic beams after making Australia bow

An agent has claimed the Dons lost out in a bid to sign one Hungarian star during the summer window

Economics

52 h. ago New Zealand back to winning ways after holding off South Africa in Eden Park battle

All Blacks bounce back from shock defeat to Argentina with 24-17 winNew Zealand’s unbeaten run in Auckland extends to 51 matchesNew Zealand stayed firm at their Eden Park fortress to claim an attritional 24-17 win over South Africa in a heavyweight clash between the world’s top two rugby sides.Under pressure after conceding a first-ever defeat on Argentine soil against the Pumas two weeks ago, the All Blacks responded with a performance of grit and discipline to stretch their unbeaten run at their Auckland stronghold to 51 matches. Continue reading...

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52 h. ago New Zealand bounce back after holding off South Africa in Eden Park battle

All Blacks win 24-17 after shock defeat to ArgentinaNew Zealand’s unbeaten run in Auckland now 51 matchesNew Zealand stayed firm at their Eden Park fortress to claim an attritional 24-17 win over South Africa in a heavyweight clash between the world’s top two sides.Under pressure after conceding a first-ever defeat on Argentine soil against the Pumas two weeks ago, the All Blacks responded with a performance of grit and discipline to stretch their unbeaten run at their Auckland stronghold to 51 matches. Continue reading...

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52 h. ago New Zealand vs South Africa live: All Blacks survive Springboks battle to win crucial Rugby Championship clash

New Zealand 24-17 South Africa: The All Blacks held firm to extend their unbeaten run at Eden Park to 51 matches

Sport

53 h. ago Kym Marsh reveals her strict requirement for new man as she looks for love on dating app

Coronation Street star Kym Marsh has confirmed what it takes to win her over as she signed up to dating app Hinge to search for a new love interest after third marriage failed

Politics

67 h. ago Premier League club to offer star new contract after rejecting £55m transfer

Jacob Strand Larsen was denied a £55million move to Newcastle in the final knockings of the summer transfer window after Wolves refused to sell their star striker

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68 h. ago Changing Rooms star Anna Ryder Richardson 'feels privileged' after winning eight

The former Changing Rooms presenter bought the animal park with her ex-husband and the couple's struggle to turn it into a top tourist attraction was documented in the TV series Chaos at The Zoo.

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3 d. 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

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3 d. 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

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4 d. ago Netflix confirms The Buccaneers star cast in new period drama based on award winning novel

The streamer has issued an update on their limited series

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4 d. ago The Chelsea injury hammer blow that cost Celtic Kasper Dolberg transfer during incredible deadline day chain reaction

The Dane was a top target for the Parkhead side but they lost out to Dutch giants Ajax and it was an incredible chain of events that led to the move

Sport

4 d. ago Inside story of Newcastle's most traumatic transfer window ever: Futile targets, a bad back that nearly blew star signing, jaw

Yoane Wissa was 'nearly in tears'. His lawyer, representatives and club staff were 'f***ing nervous!' The most traumatic transfer window in Newcastle United's history, climaxing on brand.

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4 d. ago Brit winner and former Little Mix star Jade is coming to Bury

The Angel of my Dreams hitmaker is coming to the borough next week for a special album signing

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4 d. ago Kasper Dolberg agent breaks silence on Celtic transfer snub as he insists the 'right club' won deadline day battle

The Hoops missed out on the Denmark star to the Amsterdam giants to cap off an underwhelming summer window

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