4 h. ago Special forces chiefs unite to demand an end to Labour's legal witch hunts against veterans

The heads of the UK's three most elite military units have said 'enough is enough' in an unprecedented move to stop legal witch hunts against veterans.

Politics

5 h. ago I watched Joey Chestnut win Nathan’s hot dog contest and saw why no one will ever beat him

With Joey Chestnut back on the Nathan’s stage this year, Brittany Miller explores what makes the eating legend virtually unbeatable

Politics

6 h. ago Photos show revelers and competitors alike savoring a July Fourth hot dog eating contest

Competitive eater Joey “Jaws” Chestnut reclaimed his title Friday at the Nathan’s Famous Fourth of July hot dog eating contest, and defending champion in the women’s division, Miki Sudo of Tampa, Florida, won her 11th title, downing 33 dogs. The annual eat-a-thon has been held outside the original Nathan’s Famous restaurant in Coney Island, Brooklyn, since 1972.

Culture

6 h. ago Hothouse kid Jamie Smith starts as he goes on and changes Test in 20 minutes | Andy Bull

England’s keeper came in on a hat-trick, hit his first ball for four and never stopped battering India’s bowlersIt started in the worst possible way. By the second over of the day England were 84 for five, five hundred runs and a thousand miles behind. Their best batter, Joe Root had just been caught off the ninth ball of the morning, and their captain, Ben Stokes, who has worked so many miracles for them before, had been caught off the 10th, done by a wicked, lifting delivery, nasty, brutish and short, which brushed off his glove on its way through to the keeper.The bowler, Mohammad Siraj, was on a hat-trick, and here comes England’s No 7, Jamie Smith, 24 years old, playing his 19th Test innings. Continue reading...

Politics

6 h. ago KEMI BADENOCH: Even my Leftie pals can't believe the mess Labour has got us in... we have Corbyn's party with Keir Starmer at the helm

My Left-leaning, champagne-socialist friends were so excited at the prospect of a Labour government last year. 'Of course we want you to win Kemi,' they told me, 'but it's time for change'.

Politics

6 h. ago Amazon announces massive change to streaming platform that will affect all customers

The company has confirmed a major change which will take effect in August.

Economics

7 h. ago Strictly Come Dancing star hints at major career change and 'dream role'

Strictly Come Dancing star Fleur East has opened up about her career journey and revealed the one regret she has as she eyes up a potential major career change.

Politics

7 h. ago Cameron Norrie thrives as Britain’s last man standing thanks to key Wimbledon change

The British No 3, having battled past Mattia Bellucci, has enjoyed less expectations compared to his compatriot and No 4 seed Jack Draper

Politics

7 h. ago Anxiety and excitement combine for Williamson with Wiegman’s new England

Lionesses captain admits much has changed since 2022 with the manager stressing that team has to move on as they prepare for FranceLeah Williamson said she had felt anxious in the buildup to ­England beginning their European title defence against France on Saturday night, the Arsenal defender having missed the 2023 World Cup after an anterior cruciate ligament injury.“I’ve probably held some anxiety up until this moment just because I wanted to be here and I wanted to be here with the team and I wanted to experience another ­tournament with England,” said the ­Lionesses’ captain. “It’s special when you come to another country, to ­represent your country and just take ­everything in. It’s a bit different to England in 2022. I’m very excited but so much has changed, so I’m intrigued to come back and enjoy this ­tournament football.” Continue reading...

Politics

7 h. ago Red Arrows: Next generation of jets to be built in Scotland at Prestwick Airport in preferred deal

Prestwick Airport has been selected as the preferred site to build the next generation of Red Arrows jets in a decision branded a “once-in-a-generation opportunity”.

Economics

7 h. ago Hot diggity dog: Joey Chestnut regains title in New York hotdog eating contest

Leviathan of competitive eating fires up Nathan’s Fourth of July event after yearlong ban for promoting rival wienersJoey “Jaws” Chestnut reclaimed his title at the annual Nathan’s Fourth of July hotdog eating contest on Friday, cementing his status as the undisputed all-time champion of hotdog consumption.A rerun of Jaws was the blockbuster attraction in Coney Island this Fourth of July holiday, but not the classic Steven Spielberg movie enjoying a new lease of life on the 50th anniversary of its release. Continue reading...

Politics

8 h. ago More secondary schools to ban skirts in major uniform rule change

Northern Education Trust - which runs four secondary schools in Greater Manchester - says skirts are 'no longer an option'

Politics

8 h. ago Red Arrows: Next generation of jets could be built in Scotland at Prestwick Airport

Prestwick Airport has been selected as the preferred site to build the next generation of Red Arrows jets in a decision branded a “once-in-a-generation opportunity”.

Politics

8 h. ago Asda announces major change that will affect all staff members

The change will impact 140,000 of Asda's colleagues

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8 h. ago Boy, 4, mauled to death by landlord's dog after mum 'leaves kids alone with pit bull at home'

Four-year-old Enzo Gabriel Silva Custodio died at his rented family home in Itumbiara, Brazil, this week after he and his siblings were left alone with a pit bull

Events

8 h. ago Nathan’s hot dog eating contest live: Joey Chestnut destroys competition, nearing record with 70.5 wieners

The eating contest has been a July 4th tradition for over 50 years

Sport

8 h. ago What are the most popular dog names? Oasis tour sparks rise in pups being called Noel or Liam

New data shows which Gallagher brother is inspiring the biggest spike in pet names.

Politics

8 h. ago Oasis fans left baffled as Google makes huge change ahead of Principality Stadium show

With Oasis just hours away from kicking off their global tour, Google has sent fans crazy with a few Easter Eggs for anyone searching for more information about the tour

Politics

8 h. ago Coral transplants could help save Miami’s iconic reefs from climate change

Scientists from the University of Miami, the Florida Aquarium, and Tela Coral in Honduras are transplanting crossbred coral fragments onto a reef off Miami's coast

Politics

8 h. ago Aid cuts leave a million facing starvation in Nigeria – as food supplies run out

Exclusive: Huge cuts to international aid – alongside intensifying conflict and the devastating impact of climate change – are creating a humanitarian crisis across Nigeria and its neighbours. Now, the UN’s food charity has warned that supplies of food are set to run out next month. Nick Ferris reports

Economics