78 m. ago How Dave Allen, Doncaster’s boxing maverick, finally found direction

After emphatically avenging a disputed defeat by Johnny Fisher, now Allen prepares for a dangerous foe in Arslanbek Makhmudov

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89 m. ago ‘A whole spectrum of hatred’: women face increased violence in Milei’s Argentina as rights are eroded

In a country once lauded as a progressive bastion in Latin America, protections are being dismantled by a populist leader, and gender-based offences are on the riseIn the week before her murder, Fernanda Soledad Yramain lay awake at night listening as a motorbike circled the house where she was hiding. “She kept saying ‘it’s him’,” remembers Daniella Viscarra, Soledad’s sister-in-law with whom she had sought refuge in the Tucumán countryside. “She was scared all of the time.”A month earlier, in September 2024, 29-year-old Soledad had ended a relationship with her boyfriend, Francisco Timoteo Saldaño. They had been together since she was 14 and he was 35, and shared three children. In the final year of their relationship, Saldaño had turned violent. Continue reading...

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90 m. ago Dog finally finds her forever home after spending more than four years in Scots charity's kennels

Skye is living life to the full after finding her forever home after more than 1,500 days in Dumfries and Galloway Canine Rescue Centre's kennels.

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91 m. ago Ibiza Final Boss launches music career with cheeky song lyrics as fans rave over 'banger'

As 'Ibiza Final Boss' Jack Kay's wild summer continues, the Newcastle party lad has released his very first dancefloor track. And impressed fans are already hailing it as a 'banger'

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1 hour ago Mortgage rates remain a 'barrier' to  prospective buyers, Persimmon says

Persimmon has flagged ongoing 'affordability constraints' across the property market, as falling mortgage rates fail to lift demand significantly.

Economics

2 h. ago Man Utd transfer news: Gianluigi Donnarumma makes huge announcement as ultimatum issued

Manchester United's final transfer business has seen the club sign three new players and the club could be close to a fourth deal - but they've been dealt a protest blow

Politics

3 h. ago After Manchester United hit rock bottom, are the good times finally coming?

A disastrous season left Ruben Amorim under pressure after just months in the job - but a productive summer gives hope of brighter times ahead

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3 h. ago Persimmon sells more homes but warns mortgage costs still a ‘barrier’ to buyers

The York-based developer told investors that it was on track to meet its yearly sales target despite tough conditions in the housing market.

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3 h. ago ‘Challenger level is about survival’: brutal reality of life below elite tennis

Shared motel rooms, sleeping on floors and making a net loss are among hurdles facing the globetrotters chasing ranking pointsLess than a year after exiting the 2022 Wimbledon quarter-final on the All England Club’s pristine No 1 Court, Cristian Garín found himself 10,000 miles away on a hard court on the Pacific island of Nouméa, New Caledonia.The Chilean, who had a career-high ranking of world No 17, had signed up for an ATP Challenger event, tennis’s second-tier tour, mostly attracting players outside the top 100, after a wrist injury forced him to miss two ATP Masters 1000 events. By January 2023, Garín sat at a precarious No 82. Continue reading...

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3 h. ago USPS worker who stole checks from the mail arrested after flashing cash on social media

A Los Angeles postal worker has admitted to stealing people's checks and credit cards from their mail while flaunting stacks of cash on social media.

Economics

3 h. ago Woman 'traumatised' after being dragged along by OWN car after thief stole it

Angela Johnson, 54, from Newport, Wales, had been working her weekend delivery job when a man stole her car as she was exiting the vehicle before she was pushed out

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5 h. ago Charming Cornish town often ignored for more popular neighbour named among 'best in UK'

This Cornwall town is often overlooked for its famous neighbour, but with an impressive seawater lido and tranquil beaches it is finally attracting the interest and intrigue it deserves

Culture

6 h. ago The Swiss lived in splendid isolation for years. Trump’s tariffs have shattered that complacency | Joseph de Weck

The shockwaves sent by the US president could finally push Switzerland closer to the EUGrowing up in Zurich often felt like being removed from the world. It shouldn’t be that way: after all, Switzerland is at the heart of Europe. Riding on the cosy Zurich trams, one hears all the world’s languages; and the airport offers more direct intercontinental flights than Berlin. And yet, coming of age in Switzerland is like sitting in an aquarium looking at the world through a thick bulletproof window.That glass was shattered last week when Donald Trump announced 39% tariffs on Swiss exports. The US is the most important destination for Swiss products: 18.6% of all its exports go there. If Trump maintains the tariffs, sales to the US “will be effectively annihilated”, said Switzerland’s industry lobbying group. The rightwing Swiss business minister, Guy Parmelin, announced a furlough programme to shield the economy from “mass layoffs”. The tabloid newspaper Blick captured the mood with a sta...

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9 h. ago Secret number that could ruin your chance of getting a mortgage or credit card

There are several factors to consider when it comes to borrowing money - and one secret number that could be holding you back. Tynah Matembe, founder of Money Matix has shared her advice for those looking to loan

Politics

11 h. ago Man Utd 'open' to selling Alejandro Garnacho to Chelsea as one condition emerges

Manchester United are prepared to sell Alejandro Garnacho to Chelsea this summer with the winger keen to leave Old Trafford after his frustration at the club's Europa League final

Politics

11 h. ago Revealed: The area where parents would pay £81,000 MORE to buy a home near a good school

Parents are willing to pay tens of thousands of pounds extra to live in the catchment area of a top state school, as private school fees hike intensifies competition.

Economics

11 h. ago Alcaraz eases into Cincinnati Open fourth round with victory against Medjedovic

Second seed triumphs 6-4, 6-4 against world No 72Spaniard will play Luca Nardi after Jakub Mensik retiresThe men’s second seed Carlos Alcaraz continued to rebuild his on-court momentum and rhythm after a brief summer break by defeating the talented young Serbian Hamad Medjedovic 6-4, 6-4 to reach the fourth round of the Cincinnati Open.The victory was a positive step for Alcaraz after a rusty performance in his opener against Damir Dzumhur on Sunday, where he won a turbulent three-set contest in his first match since losing the Wimbledon final against Jannik Sinner. Continue reading...

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12 h. ago UK porn site traffic plunges as age verification rules take effect

Pornhub loses more than 1mn visitors in two weeks after Online Safety Act comes into force

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12 h. ago Liam Gallagher attacks Edinburgh Council chiefs during Oasis final Murrayfield gig

Oasis rocker Liam Gallagher has branded Edinburgh Council chiefs as "ugly" during the band's final Murrayfield show.

Sport

12 h. ago Sam Long heroics help Bromley shock Ipswich on penalties in Carabao Cup

This remains a new world for Bromley. Recent entrants to the Football League, this home meeting with Ipswich was just their second Carabao Cup contest – now they have their first victory, delivered on penalties against a side who were in the top tier just three months ago.After Ben Johnson cancelled out Deji Elerewe’s first-half opener for Bromley, the night went to sudden death and belonged to Sam Long. He saved Ipswich’s first penalty, low to his right off George Hirst, and was required for another, denying Ali Al-Hamadi. Marcus Ifill provided the final blow, a memorable moment for a club not short of them in recent years. Continue reading...

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