5 h. ago Rory McIlroy’s newfound strength puts PGA Championship rivals on notice

McIlroy, the Masters champion, enters this week’s PGA Championship at Quail Hollow as the joint-favourite with world No. 1 Scottie Scheffler

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37 h. ago Ronnie O'Sullivan's favourite ref comments as World Snooker Champs final ref retires

Top snooker referee Tatiana Woollaston was among those that praised Michaela Tabb's impact on the sport after the legendary official retired from the Crucible on Sunday

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37 h. ago World’s favourite fruit at risk of being wiped out by climate crisis, study warns

Nearly 60 per cent of banana-growing areas in Latin America and Caribbean could become unsuitable for cultivation by 2080 if urgent action is not taken

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63 h. ago Climate crisis threatens the banana, the world’s most popular fruit, research shows

Fourth most important food crop in peril as Latin America and Caribbean suffer from slow-onset climate disasterThe climate crisis is threatening the future of the world’s most popular fruit, as almost two-thirds of banana-growing areas in Latin America and the Caribbean may no longer be suitable for growing the fruit by 2080, new research has found.Rising temperatures, extreme weather and climate-related pests are pummeling banana-growing countries such as Guatemala, Costa Rica and Colombia, reducing yields and devastating rural communities across the region, according to Christian Aid’s new report, Going Bananas: How Climate Change Threatens the World’s Favourite Fruit. Continue reading...

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65 h. ago The movie that beat Saving Private Ryan to be named UK’s favourite World War 2 film

‘The Great Escape’, ‘The Dam Busters’ and ‘Battle of Britain’ made up the rest of the top five

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3 d. ago Grand Designs’ Kevin McCloud reveals perfect pub and drink he’d ‘trawl over hot coals for'

EXCLUSIVE: his favourite drink in the world might not be what you'd expect, but when it comes to pubs and their offereings, Grand Designs' Kevin McCloud has a taste for tradition

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4 d. ago Dunkirk beats Saving Private Ryan to be named UK’s favourite World War II film

‘The Great Escape’, ‘The Dam Busters’ and ‘Battle of Britain’ made up the rest of the top five

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4 d. ago Christopher Nolan’s Dunkirk tops poll of UK’s favourite second world war films

Mix of films including Pearl Harbor and Schindler’s List feature on list compiled by War Movie Theatre podcastChristopher Nolan’s Dunkirk has been voted the UK’s favourite second world war film, beating classics such as The Dam Busters and The Bridge on the River Kwai.The 2017 film, starring Harry Styles, Cillian Murphy and Barry Keoghan, portrays the 1940 evacuation of more than 330,000 Allied troops from the French coast.Dunkirk (2017)Saving Private Ryan (1998)The Great Escape (1963)The Dam Busters (1955)Battle of Britain (1969)The Longest Day (1962)A Bridge Too Far (1977)Pearl Harbor (2001)Schindler’s List (1993)The Bridge on the River Kwai (1957) Continue reading...

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4 d. ago Dunkirk edges Saving Private Ryan as the UK’s favourite Second World War film

The Great Escape finished third in a new poll.

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6 d. ago House of Oz returns to Edinburgh Fringe with a dazzling line

Australian excellence is once again set to take centre stage at the Edinburgh Festival Fringe, as House of Oz makes a triumphant return with a vibrant 2025 season showcasing eight dynamic, genre-defying productions. This award-winning philanthropic powerhouse is back to celebrate the ingenuity, humour and boldness of Australian performance, bringing both returning favourites and fresh new voices to the world’s largest arts festival.

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6 d. ago Inside David Attenborough's idyllic home and 'favourite place on earth' where the 'end is near'

Sir David Attenborough has been to many beautiful parts of the world but he said his most favourite place is his suburban home nestled in Richmond, Surrey. We've taken a look inside...

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7 d. ago Conclave odds as favourite for new Pope revealed along with possible papal name

The bookies have released their favourite on who could emerge victorious from the Conclave, becoming the next head of the Catholic Church – and, odds have also been released on the name new pope might pick

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7 d. ago Beautiful little island with 33C temperatures in May named world favourite

Travel experts have named this Indonesian destination one of the most picturesque islands on the planet. But to get the most out of the 'Island of the Gods' you'll need to know how to time your trip

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8 d. ago Prince Louis' best moments: All the times the youngest royal stole the show

Prince Louis is a clear crowd favourite, having captured the hearts of fans worldwide with his antics over the years

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1 week ago Steve Davis split from wife after 'horrible' admission and affair with much younger woman

The six-time snooker world champion has become a fan favourite as part of the BBC's punditry team

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1 week ago David Beckham's 'favourite' £220,000 supercar is one of only two in the world

David Beckham has a supercar collection to die for but it's one of his bespoke Maserati MC20s that is his pride and joy, with the former England captain's personalised model

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1 week ago Wartime pantry staple comes back into fashion with tins flying off the shelf as wave of nostalgia sweeps UK

Its popularity may have peaked during World War II, but spam remains a firm favourite among Brits young and old - and people can't get enough of the tinned stuff.

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2 w. ago Drinking white wine and champagne could reduce risk of cardiac arrest, new study finds

Eating more fruit and staying positive may also help lower risk, researchers find

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2 w. ago Drinking white wine and eating more fruit ‘could reduce risk of cardiac arrest’

A cardiac arrest is an emergency medical situation that usually happens without warning.

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2 w. ago Drinking champagne could reduce risk of sudden cardiac arrest, study suggests

Maintaining a positive mood and eating more fruit may also help lower risk, researchers findDrinking champagne, eating more fruit, staying slim and maintaining a positive outlook on life could help reduce the risk of a sudden cardiac arrest, the world’s first study of its kind suggests.Millions of people worldwide die every year after experiencing a sudden cardiac arrest (SCA), when the heart stops pumping blood around the body without warning. They are caused by a dangerous abnormal heart rhythm, when the electrical system in the heart is not working properly. Without immediate treatment such as CPR, those affected will die. Continue reading...

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