2 h. ago Brendon McCullum mulls appointing Harry Brook as England vice

Coach confirms Ollie Pope will be reserve wicketkeeperRain washes out last game in South Africa T20 seriesHarry Brook could replace Ollie Pope as England vice-captain for the Ashes after Brendon McCullum, the head coach, revealed it was up for discussion in an otherwise “easy” squad to select.Speaking after an afternoon of solid rain in Nottingham caused a washout of the third Twenty20 between England and South Africa – the international home summer ending with a 1-1 series draw – McCullum floated the possibility of Brook as Ben Stokes’s deputy given his role as the limited-over captain. Continue reading...

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3 h. ago SFA offer Celtic penalty explanation after VAR drama vs Kilmarnock with John Beaton role in focus

The SFA moved to explain a controversial decision to award Celtic a penalty in the final stages of the clash with Kilmarnock.

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4 h. ago Strictly’s Dianne Buswell and Joe Sugg expecting first child together

The couple made the announcement in a video soundtracked by Sir Elton John’s hit track Tiny Dancer.

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5 h. ago Liverpool legend John Toshack makes rare public appearance after health issues

John Toshack managed a number of high profile clubs across Europe during his managerial career, including Real Sociedad and Real Madrid, and both clubs honoured his achievements this weekend

Society

5 h. ago Emmerdale's John finally exposed as Aaron drops bombshell amid race to save Mack

Emmerdale spoilers for next week tease the moment John Sugden is exposed as the police search for Mack Boyd, and injured Aaron wakes up and drops a bombshell on his family

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5 h. ago Marc Márquez on verge of seventh MotoGP world title after San Marino win

Ducati rider moves 182 points ahead of brother ÁlexMarc Márquez can claim crown in Japan this monthMarc Márquez is on the verge of winning his seventh MotoGP world title after triumphing in Sunday’s San Marino Grand Prix.The Ducati rider is 182 points ahead of his brother Álex, who finished third, with six race weekends remaining and will have a chance to draw level with Valentino Rossi at the Japan MotoGP later this month. Continue reading...

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6 h. ago Hermeto Pascoal, Brazilian music legend known as ‘The Sorcerer’, dies aged 89

Pascoal recorded with stars including Miles Davis, who called him ‘the most impressive musician in the world’John Fordham picks his favourite Hermeto Pascoal momentsBrazilian musician Hermeto Pascoal, who played – and even boxed – with Miles Davis and was known as “The Sorcerer” for coaxing tunes from everything from a live piglet to water-filled kettles, died on Saturday aged 89.According to a message shared on his social media pages, Pascoal “passed surrounded by family and fellow musicians”. Continue reading...

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7 h. ago Will Still and John Mousinho face off as Southampton and Portsmouth draw

The first league meeting between Southampton and Portsmouth for more than 13 years ended in a feisty draw, a slew of yellow cards the giveaway sign that this derby is back on the menu.Will Still, the Southampton manager, was among those cautioned but, in a typically edgy game short on quality and clear chances, the visitors came closest to scoring, with the Portsmouth midfielder Andre Dozzell curling a first-time shot against the crossbar nine minutes into the contest. Continue reading...

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7 h. ago Alejandro Garnacho slammed after moment to forget on Chelsea debut following Man United exit

Alejandro Garnacho made his Chelsea debut in the 2-2 draw with Brentford on Saturday afternoon

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9 h. ago Aston Villa v Chelsea in the WSL; Southampton v Portsmouth, and more – matchday live

Burnley v Liverpool opens Sunday’s Premier League slate Live scores and fixtures | Tables | And mail matchday liveJonathan Wilson thinks it might be over for Pep Guardiola. Is Jonathan Wilson right about it being over for Pep Guardiola?Two current Premier League managers worked as Guardiola’s assistants, Enzo Maresca and Mikel Arteta. Although both have developed along their own paths, they offer a snapshot of where Pepism was at the moment they set out alone: Maresca comes from the days of control through possession; Arteta from the era of four central defenders across the back. A tactical assessment of the elite is like a vertical tasting of Pepism.“He’s not used to fighting for his place, maybe,” Amorim said. “He’s uncomfortable, but he’s a very good kid. He wants to learn. Sometimes it’s hard to push different things from the players.”Under Ten Hag, Mainoo scored United’s FA Cup-winning goal against Manchester City in the 2024 final. Later that summer he started England’s Europe...

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10 h. ago Horror king reveals tragic reason his daughter is involved in haunting theme park work

EXCLUSIVE: John Murdy is the creative horror genius behind decades of terrifying work in Universal Studios Hollywood, so I caught up with him to discuss secrets from this year's Halloween event

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10 h. ago Trial comes after long campaign for justice for Bloody Sunday victims

The last five decades have witnessed many legal twists and turns.

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11 h. ago Ryan Reynolds had ‘thoughtful conversation’ with journalist who once mocked John Candy

Reynolds said ‘a lot of things we left out’ of new documentary about Candy’s life

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12 h. ago Liverpool and Wales legend John Toshack in rare public appearance amid standing ovation

The football legend was honoured by the entire stadium after health struggles

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12 h. ago Lucky lottery ticketholder becomes millionaire while 15 win £100,000 after Saturday, September 13, draw

Those who bought two or more lines for Saturday's Lotto were entered into an online promotion for 15 people to take home £100,000

Economics

12 h. ago John Terry shows his true colours by explaining why he doesn't want Chelsea to win title

John Terry revealed his surprising verdict on who he thinks will lift the Premier League trophy come the end of the season and who he wants to emerge victorious

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13 h. ago Enzo Maresca reveals Chelsea fitness concern ahead of huge Bayern Munich clash

Chelsea will look to bounce back from their 2-2 draw with Brentford when they face Bayern Munich in the Champions League on Wednesday, but the Blues could be without Joao Pedro

Sport

13 h. ago ‘It’ll be nice to see him’: Rabiot and Rowe face swift reunion after brawl

Adrien Rabiot and Jonathan Rowe left Marseille in disgrace after ugly fight but are set to meet for new clubs in Serie APhysical fights between teammates are nothing new in football. Newcastle’s Lee Bowyer and Kieron Dyer were famously sent off for trading blows on the pitch in 2005, before issuing grovelling apologies after the game. John Hartson kicked his West Ham teammate Eyal Berkovic in the face during a training-ground bust-up in 1998, with the midfielder claiming: “If my head had been a ball, it would have been in the top corner of the net.” Robinho once took a pop at Thomas Gravesen during a Real Madrid training session in 2006. The Dane responded, and was sold that summer to Celtic.But few altercations can match the ferocity of the fight between Adrien Rabiot and the England Under-21 winger Jonathan Rowe in the Marseille dressing room last month, after a 1-0 defeat by a 10-man Rennes side. The brawl was so “incredibly violent” that a junior member of the Marseille squad, D...

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14 h. ago Chelsea not distracted by Champions League during Brentford draw – Enzo Maresca

Fabio Carvalho robbed the Blues of victory at the death with an equaliser in the third minute of stoppage time at the Gtech Community Stadium.

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14 h. ago 'I crashed into a castle and thought I'd taken experimental drugs'

John Shammas spends a wild week in the Lake District

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