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Jewish comedian threatened over ‘setting foot in Scotland’ after axed Fringe show
1 August 2025, 07:35 Jewish comedian threatened over ‘setting foot in Scotland’ after axed Fringe show. Picture: Handout Comedian Rachel Creeger has told LBC she’s faced trolling and threats after her venue of seven years cancelled her show over...

Louis Rees-Zammit in sudden NFL departure as Wales star ‘decides’ to make rugby return
Louis Rees-Zammit’s NFL adventure has abruptly ended after he announced via social media that he would be returning to rugby. The Welshman shocked the sport in January 2024, on the eve of Wales’ Six Nations squad announcement, by stating that he...

Telefonica CEO – Virgin Media Scrap UK NetCo Broadband Wholesale Plans
The CEO of Telefónica, Marc Murtra, has clarified his own recent remarks and revealed that Virgin Media and O2’s (VMO2) plan for opening up their fixed broadband ISP network in the UK to wholesale (here) – via a new entity (NetCo) – is now...

Daylight robbery with team India as umpire Kumar Dharmasena openly cheats with England
Former cricketer Aakash Chopra has called out umpire Kumar Dharmasena for his gesture during Day 1 (Thursday, July 31) of the fifth Test between India and England at The Oval. Chopra stated that Dharmasena indicated an inside edge, which may have...

Ella Toone reveals heartbreaking family tragedy just hours before England won Euro 2025
Ella Toone has revealed that she lost a loved one just hours before she was set to take to the pitch for the Euros final against Spain on Sunday. England won the tournament on penalties, with Chloe Kelly capping off a great tournament with the...

Google launches AI Mode in the UK – what local businesses should know
Google has rolled out its new AI Mode in the UK, a move that could completely change the way we search the web. This new feature offers a more conversational and intelligent search experience powered by its Gemini 2.5 model. According to UK...

Leaked documents allege EHRC will ignore half of consultation responses to UK Supreme Court ruling
BY ELLA GAUCI, IMAGE BY CAPTURE NOW/ CANVA The Equality and Human Rights Commission (EHRC) is planning not to read 50% of consultation responses to the UK Supreme Court ruling, The Good Law Project reported. In April, the UK Supreme Court ruled...

ACC Strengthens Media Alliance with SLBC in Fight Against Corruption
The Anti-Corruption Commission (ACC) today reaffirmed its strategic partnership with the Sierra Leone Broadcasting Corporation (SLBC), underscoring the role of the media as a vital force in the fight against corruption. The renewed Memorandum of...

Joshua, Joyce: The Brits in line to face Olympic champion Yoka after Queensberry switch
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‘Deeply loved’ British brother and sister who drowned during family holiday in Spain named
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Australia vs British & Irish Lions prediction: 3rd Test betting tips & best bets
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Jake Paul signs British world champion as plans for domestic title fight are revealed
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Spanish Media Make Feelings Clear About Marcus Rashford After Second Barcelona Match
Link copied to clipboard Sign in to your GiveMeSport account Marcus Rashford made his second appearance in a Barcelona shirt on Thursday as he featured in their demolition of South Korean side FC Seoul. The Englishman, who emerged from the bench...

Friday newspaper round-up: Heathrow, wealth tax, gas imports
The Treasury should consider a wealth tax to close the growing gap in the public finances, according to a Labour former shadow chancellor. Anneliese Dodds, who held the role under Keir Starmer in opposition, said ministers must have a “full and...

The week in whoppers: Kathy Hochul bombs out defending Zohran Mamdani, UK’s Keir Starmer gaslights on censorship and more
Diary of disturbing disinformation and dangerous delusions These excuses: “Going after an unelected official [Zohran Mamdani] who said something back in 2020 when many people were — I mean, c’mon.” — Gov. Kathy Hochul, Tuesday We say: Hochul was...

Celtic agree deal for seventh signing with British star en route to Glasgow
Link copied to clipboard Sign in to your FootballFanCast account Celtic are beginning to put the wheels in motion for the remainder of their transfer window and are on the verge of announcing a new signing, according to reports. Brendan Rodgers...

Business news live: UK house prices up, FTSE 100 falls on tariffs news
FTSE 100 heads lower - but impact nothing like original tariff fears Investors will remember the days of early April when Trump’s original tariff announcement sent stock markets into freefall - 30 per cent drops were not uncommon and America’s...

Hibs Euro experience MUST have impressed Hanley - Gray addresses Scotland defender's Easter Road visit
Former Newcastle star in frame as reports claim Blackburn close in on Lewis Miller A performance to stir the souls of supporters. And to win over any potential signing who just happened to be in attendance. Yes Grant Hanley, we’re looking straight...

Terry’s Chocolate Orange launches new flavour and shoppers will only find it in one UK supermarket
SHOPPERS are delighted as Terry's Chocolate has just launched a new flavour - but it's only available in one supermarket. The popular brand is most famous for its Terry's Chocolate Orange Milk Ball, and it's now released a Terry's Chocolate...

Swindon's 'amazing' businesswomen shaped UK government plans, says Starmer
Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer has credited the businesswomen of Swindon with playing a pivotal role in shaping the government's new initiative to bolster small businesses. During an event at the Workshed – a redeveloped section of the GWR...