47 m. ago The Golden Spurtle review – a cosy celebration of porridge and its champions

This Australian documentary about the world porridge championships, held each year in a Scottish village, is as wholesome and nourishing as its oat-stirring subjectsThe word “porridge” to me evokes something modest and satisfying: mouthfuls of reliable pleasantness in a terribly volatile world. How lovely that The Golden Spurtle – Constantine Costi’s charming documentary about the world’s annual porridge-making championship in the Scottish village of Carrbridge – has assumed some of the qualities of the dish. It isn’t flashy (and certainly doesn’t scream “must-watch”) but, like a good ol’ fashioned bowl of well-cooked oats, it’s got it where it counts.This film is a pleasure to watch – with endearing salt-of-the-earth subjects, a lovely ebb and flow, and a tone that feels just right: neither overly serious nor tongue in cheek. Its appeal is not dissimilar to the Australian comedy series Rosehaven: sometimes it’s just nice to escape into a fresh air-filled world with refreshingly low...

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70 m. ago Rory McIlroy misses cut at Canadian Open after dismal second round

Masters champion continues troubled build-up to US Open after dreadful eight-over-par 78 leads to early exit at TPC Toronto at Osprey Valley

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2 h. ago UK could face up to £30bn of tax rises to fund defence spending boost, economist says

Sir Keir Starmer has vowed to boost defence spending to 2.7 per cent of GDP by 2027, as Nato allies push for ‘dramatic increase’

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2 h. ago Jack Grealish needs regular football for World Cup consideration – Thomas Tuchel

Tuchel said he loved Grealish’s personality, courage and quality after leaving him out in March due to a lack of game-time.

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3 h. ago Wildfires force another 1,000 residents from their homes in the Canadian province of Manitoba

Wildfires have forced another 1,000 people to flee their homes in the Canadian province of Manitoba, which is under a state of emergency

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3 h. ago The popular British holiday destination where a wildfire warning has been issued

Tourists have been advised to heighten their vigilance, with the alert in place until further notice

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3 h. ago Jannik Sinner sees off defiant Djokovic to set up dream final against Alcaraz

World No 1 wins 6-4, 7-5, 7-6 (3) over 38-year-old SerbItalian is on course for third Grand Slam title in a rowRegardless of the tricky surface beneath his feet, the disruptive swirling wind inside Court Philippe-Chatrier or the intimidating résumé of the adversary before him, Jannik Sinner keeps on going. The world No 1 continued to demonstrate his superiority over all challengers at Roland Garros as he closed out a supremely clutch performance against Novak Djokovic, the sixth seed, with a 6-4, 7-5, 7-6 (3) win to reach the final of the French Open for the first time in his career.Over the past 10 months, Sinner has established a period of total dominance at grand slam tournaments. He has now won 20 straight matches at major tournaments and on Sunday he will attempt to win his third straight major title. Continue reading...

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4 h. ago Southern California air regulators weigh a plan to phase out gas furnaces and water heaters

Air quality regulators in Southern California are debating proposed rules that would curb harmful emissions from gas-powered furnaces and water heaters

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5 h. ago Coronation Street star's true feelings on Swarla twist as she shares wedding theory

Coronation Street's Betsy Swain actress Sydney Martin has shared both her and her character's thoughts on that Lisa and Carla proposal, and if a wedding could air on the ITV soap

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5 h. ago Trump brings the BOOM! New order opens skies across US to supersonic flights

The U.S. has banned faster-than-sound air travel over the interior of the country for more than a half-century

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5 h. ago Chile earthquake: Buildings left 'shaking' as 6.7 magnitude rocks South American country

Two quakes hit today and experts warn even bigger quakes may follow.

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5 h. ago Man United undroppable could be set for surprise new role after £120m double deal

Manchester United are busy spending big in the summer transfer window, but their first moves are potentially changing one star's role.

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6 h. ago Developing | Trump’s top economic officials to meet with China counterparts in London next week

Developing | Trump’s top economic officials to meet with China counterparts in London next week  South China Morning Post

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6 h. ago Carney invites Modi to G7 summit despite strained ties between Canada and India

Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney invited Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi to the G7 summit in Alberta later this month

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6 h. ago Humiliated golf star racks up a 12 at the RBC Canadian Open in disastrous opening hole

French ace Matthieu Pavon suffered the nightmare in Toronto but incredibly it isn't the worst score on a hole this year

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6 h. ago Bob MacIntyre digs deep after finding back against wall in Canadian Open title defence

Scot picks up two late birdies to avoid early exit at TPC Toronto and maintain recent PGA Tour momentum

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6 h. ago Sue Cleaver's real reason for leaving Coronation Street as Eileen Grimshaw exits after 25 years

Sue Cleaver's final scenes as Eileen Grimshaw will air during tonight's Coronation Street - but why did the actress decide to leave after 25 years?

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7 h. ago Roldan wins Tour of Britain stage two in Saltburn as Faulkner takes overall lead

Kristen Faulkner takes green jersey from Kim Le CourtCat Ferguson fourth in GC as Canadian rider wins stageMara Roldan pulled off a successful late breakaway on the steep approach to Saltburn-by-the-Sea, winning the second stage of the Tour of Britain Women by 12 seconds.The 21-year-old, who hails from Canada’s Yukon territory, made a push for victory with 14km to go and held on to win ahead of Riejanne Markus (Lidl-Trek). British teenager Cat Ferguson (Movistar) finished fifth for the second stage in a row, just behind third-placed Ally Wollaston (FDJ-Suez) and Roldan’s Picnic-Post NL teammate, Megan Jastrab. Continue reading...

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8 h. ago Spurs sack Ange Postecoglou as head coach after two years in job: football news – live

Australian departs despite Europa League gloryRead the latest edition of Football DailyAsian World Cup qualifiers: Jordan and Uzbekistan have secured qualification at the World Cup finals for the very first time, while South Korea also booked their place in the tournament for the 11th time on the bounce. The three teams join Argentina, New Zealand, Iran and Japan in qualifying for World Cup 2026, while the USA, Canada and Mexico qualify automatically as co-hosts.Uzbekistan, who count Manchester City defender Abdukodir Khusanov among their number, booked their place courtesy of a scoreless draw with the United Arab Emirates in Abu Dhabi, while a 3-0 win over Oman was enough to secure Jordan’s place at the tournament. South Korea beat Iraq 2-0 to win their place in the Fifa tombola. Continue reading...

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8 h. ago Transgender troops face a deadline and a difficult decision: Stay or go?

As transgender service members face a deadline to leave the U.S. military, hundreds are taking the financial bonus to depart voluntarily

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