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The night Cristiano Ronaldo’s ego almost sent Portugal crashing out of Euro 2024

The night Cristiano Ronaldo’s ego almost sent Portugal crashing out of Euro 2024 - Portugal 0-0 Slovenia (3-0 pens): Diogo Costa was the hero of the night, making three saves in the penalty shootout after a self-absorbed Ronaldo missed a spot-kick in extra time

Christian Horner responds to Max Verstappen’s Red Bull ‘did a lot wrong’ claim in Austria

With a slow pit stop and incorrect strategy irking Max Verstappen prior to his contact, Christian Horner is looking at the positives.

Tories narrow gap to Labour in poll as Sunak says election result not ‘foregone conclusion'

Tories narrow gap to Labour in poll as Sunak says election result not ‘foregone conclusion' - Poll shows the Conservatives have closed their gap behind Labour to 15 points, the smallest lead for Sir Keir Starmer’s party for a month

Doctor issues warning for ‘terrifying’ disease which can be deadly for babies

People are being urged to take action as cases continue to rise in both the UK and across the globe

Rupert Murdoch launches free Netflix rival in UK

Rupert Murdoch’s Fox Corporation has launched a free streaming service in the UK, adding a new player to a crowded market that already includes Netflix, Disney, Apple and Amazon. Tubi, a free service supported by advertisements, has already garnered 80m viewers in the US. The platform has more than 20,000 films and television shows, according to th...

90s TV legend has career overhaul as he becomes ordained as a vicar

British couple become wealthier than Larry Fink after £2.5bn BlackRock deal

A husband and wife duo who built an outdoor theatre on the grounds of their Suffolk farm estate have been catapulted into Britain’s rich list after netting £2bn from the sale of their financial data business. Mark and Lindy O’Hare, who own a Grade-II listed farmhouse and 350-seat theatre, have struck a deal to sell their data group Preqin to fund g...

Boeing plane's cabin left in tatters with serious damage after flight forced to make emergency landing

A Boeing plane was forced to make an emergency stop after hitting severe turbulence with passengers left injured. Footage showed damage on the Air Europa flight from Madrid to Montevideo which was diverted to a Brazilian airport on Monday, July 1. Flight UX045 made an emergency landing at the Natal Airport in northeastern Brazil at 2.32am local tim...

Sir Ian McKellen, 85, gives devastating update after falling from stage

He went flying off stage last month and required medical attention.

Young Thug's trial on hold as defense tries to get judge removed from case

Young Thug's trial on hold as defense tries to get judge removed from case - The judge overseeing the racketeering and gang prosecution against Young Thug has put the long-running trial on hold until another judge rules on requests that he step aside from the case

Martin Lewis warns British Gas and E.ON customers to act now after energy bills change

The Money Saving Expert is urging people to act as soon as possible today

Voices: Stanley Johnson: It’s true I caused a BA flight to be cancelled – here’s why I’m glad I did it

Stanley Johnson: It’s true I caused a BA flight to be cancelled – here’s why I’m glad I did it - COMMENT: I’m no troublemaker – if I try my hand at making scrambled eggs for breakfast and they end up sticking to the saucepan, I own up on the spot. But on this occasion, I did the right thing, writes a defiant Stanley Johnson

Liverpool ready to offer big salary to get "world-class" ace for just 25m

Liverpool are reportedly prepared to offer a "world-class" star a huge salary in order to sign him ahead of a European giant this summer.

Switzerland hit by Granit Xhaka injury fears as England quarter-final looms at Euro 2024

Switzerland hit by Granit Xhaka injury fears as England quarter-final looms at Euro 2024 - Midfielder will undergo scans today

Major banks slash mortgage rates as Labour victory looms

Three major lenders have cut mortgage rates ahead of an expected Labour victory this week. Halifax and Natwest have slashed rates by up to 0.23pc while Clydesdale Bank said its rates will fall by 0.38pc. The reductions come amid hopes that the Bank of England will cut interest rates next month after holding the Bank Rate at 5.25pc since August last...

Landlords call for return of Bill banning no-fault evictions

Organisations collectively representing more than 100,000 landlords have called on the next government to end uncertainty in rented housing sector.

Why are voters choosing Reform UK?

Exclusive analysis reveals that Reform UK's flagship tax policy overwhelmingly benefits the richest households.

Greece wildfires: British holidaymaker describes 'apocalyptic' scenes as PM says 'dangerous' summer ahead

Greece wildfires: British holidaymaker describes 'apocalyptic' scenes as PM says 'dangerous' summer ahead - Hundreds of tourists were evacuated from the island of Kos overnight

Glastonbury 2025 headliner predictions as early line-up rumours start to swirl

Could it be one of your favourites?

TV tonight: the maid who inherited a castle she is not allowed to sell

Storyville: Inheriting the Castle 10pm, BBC Four Justina, 60, has lived and later worked as a maid in a crumbling, eccentric mansion in rural Argentina since she was five. When Justina’s socialite employer died, she left her the property, with one stipulation – she must not sell it. Is she the owner or still a servant? This fascinating and emotionally complex documentary follows Justina, an Indigenous Argentinian, and her grownup daughter,...

Doctors say how many steps you should walk a day to lower the risk of death

Doctors say how many steps you should walk a day to lower the risk of death - Thousands of people all wore an accelerometer device on their wrist for seven days to measure exercise levels

Paloma Faith hits out at 'appalling' criticism of female Glastonbury headliners

Paloma Faith hits out at 'appalling' criticism of female Glastonbury headliners - The Only Love Can Hurt Like This singer - who performed at the festival herself - urged people to ‘give women a goddamn break’

Brit who saved 200 soldiers in Ukraine killed on front line

Shell halts construction of giant biofuel factory

Shell has halted construction work at one of Europe’s largest biofuel plants, dealing a blow to airlines’ hopes of offering passengers low-carbon flights. The decision to pause activity at the site in Rotterdam, which was designed to convert waste into jet fuel, was announced by the oil and gas giant on Tuesday. The facility was designed to produce...

Ukraine foils ‘Russian-backed coup’

Ukraine’s SBU security forces claimed they had foiled a Russia-backed coup on Monday which had planned to overthrow Volodymyr Zelensky and install a pro-Kremlin government. They said that the plotters planned to use the cover of a rally in central Kyiv to incite riots and then capture the Ukrainian parliament, known as the Verkhovna Rada. “The perp...

Urgent health warning as 'slow-motion pandemic' with a '50 percent mortality rate' makes jump to humans

Scientists are urging the world to wake up to a deadly pandemic 'unfolding in slow motion' and take active measures to prevent human-to-human transmission. The warning comes amid an ongoing outbreak of avian influenza A (H5N1), or bird flu in dairy cows in the US. On April 1, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) confirmed what is be...

Six of the world’s wildest conspiracy theories

Thousands sign petition to stop Prince Harry receiving sports award for veterans

Thousands sign petition to stop Prince Harry receiving sports award for veterans - Prince Harry is due to receive the Pat Tillman Award for his work with the Invictus Games

Urgent warning issued over new King Charles banknotes

People urged to inspect their banknotes carefully

Ivan Toney left ‘disgusted’ by Gareth Southgate substitution decision in Slovakia win

Ivan Toney left ‘disgusted’ by Gareth Southgate substitution decision in Slovakia win - Southgate waited until the 94th minute to bring Toney on another difficult night for the England manager

British Airways flight departs Heathrow and arrives back in London after 11-hour ‘flight to nowhere’

British Airways flight departs Heathrow and arrives back in London after 11-hour ‘flight to nowhere’ - The Hong Kong-bound plane returned to Heathrow due to a ‘technical issue’

Apple Watch X — 5 rumored upgrades I'm most excited for

Apple's 10th smartwatch is set for a fall announcement and the rumors are pointing to these improvements.

i morning briefing: What does Trump’s immunity ruling mean?

'In every use of official power, the president is now a king above the law' one justice wrote in a scathing dissent

ITV Emmerdale Samson Dingle's downfall 'sealed' after clue ahead of soap exit

Emmerdale spoilers for next week have teased Samson Dingle's downfall after one character spots a new clue ahead of the character's soap exit

France election results: More than 150 candidates pull out of race to block hard-Right win

More than 150 candidates have withdrawn ahead of France’s second round of elections on Sunday in a bid to block a hard-Right win. Candidates from Emmanuel Macron’s party and the hard-Left announced they had pulled out on Monday afternoon, avoiding the potential for them to eat into each other’s vote share. The move is designed to unite opposition t...

Eritrean Biniam Girmay becomes first Black African rider to win a Tour de France stage

PRESS REVIEW – Tuesday, July 2: The French and international papers make their plea for candidates to block the far right from winning seats in parliament ahead of Sunday's second round of French legislative elections, evoking a "political responsibility". Also: Eritrean cyclist Biniam Girmay becomes the first Black African rider to win a Tour de France stage. A new article shows that women over 50, 60 and beyond are eschewing gentle sports for strength training, powerlifting and boxing. Finally, the Rubik's Cube turns 50!

UK told 'exact date' July heatwave will hit as warm weather returns

After the hottest day of the year was recorded towards the final stages of June, with 30C breached last Wednesday, temperatures look set to rise again.

Tottenham transfer news: What Spurs fans can expect from Archie Gray

Leeds United wonderkid Archie Gray is on the verge of joining Tottenham, but what can Spurs fans expect from the teenager?

Max Verstappen given further FIA punishment for causing Lando Norris collision

"The Stewards determine that the driver of Car 1 was predominantly at fault..."

Euro Paper Talk: Man Utd to bring in stellar 51-cap winger as swap deal talks begin, Arsenal given Barcelona transfer belief

Manchester United could swap an unwanted forward for a classy Euro 2024 winger and Arsenal have the chance to sign a Barcelona star thanks to the Red Devils, while Liverpool eye a free transfer for a French international

00s icon with ‘pop’s biggest voice’ announces tour 25 years after debut hit

Liverpool transfer news: Anthony Gordon's 'head turned' as Reds get green light for transfer

Liverpool have begun their new Arne Slot era following the departure of long-time manager Jurgen Klopp, but the Reds have yet dip into the transfer market

Today in Politics: An NDA meeting before Parliament, followed likely by PM’s response to Motion of Thanks

Modi known to speak to MPs during sessions, will address all NDA partners for the first time

Martin Whitmarsh to leave Aston Martin with ex-Mercedes figurehead announced as replacement

Ahead of 2026's new engine regulations, Aston Martin have welcomed a former Mercedes engine boss as the new Group CEO.

Man Utd in talks to sign 51m "monster" who'd star with De Ligt

Manchester United are starting to make moves in the summer transfer window.

Ubisoft confirms multiple Assassin’s Creed remakes, but you only want one

As long-running gaming franchises go, few have churned them out as consistently (for better or worse) than Assassin's Creed

Ominous map shows path of 130mph Hurricane Beryl

Nigel Farage plans to knock down £575,000 Kent coastal home and replace with three-storey newbuild

Nigel Farage plans to knock down £575,000 Kent coastal home and replace with three-storey newbuild - The three-bed property, currently in a state of disrepair but boasts sea views, was bought for £575,000

Narendra Modi’s ‘eyes, ears’, how ‘KK’ became the man for all seasons in Gujarat

As the powerful Kuniyil Kailashnathan takes voluntary retirement from the Gujarat CMO after 18 years, all eyes on if it means erasure of his stamp in the state, and what next for the 72-year-old

This is the Cotswolds pub Jeremy Clarkson has bought in Burford

This is the Cotswolds pub Jeremy Clarkson has bought in Burford - The Amazon Prime star plans to open the renovated ‘village boozer’ this winter