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Strong Currys sales raise prospect of new bids

CURRYS upped its profit guidance today after a stronger-than-expected start to 2024, in a move that appears to vindicate its board’s decision to rebuff three takeover approaches from two different firms in the past month.

Bytes accuses its ex-CEO of unauthorised trading

THE governance crisis at computer software company Bytes Technology took another turn today after an investigation accused its long-serving CEO of unauthorised share trading on more than 100 separate occasions.

Notting Hill pub goes to court over moans from just nine neighbours

A WEST London pub beloved by celebrities and royals has launched a legal battle after noise complaints from just nine people prompted a string of conditions to be slapped on its licence.

'Beatlemania? It was kind of irritating'

Pattie Boyd talks to Joe Bromley about opening her private archive for anew auction which reveals the passion of her love triangle with George Harrison and Eric Clapton

Kate 'happy and healthy' as she is seen with Wills at a farm shop

THE Princess of Wales reportedly looked “happy, healthy and relaxed” on a visit to a farm shop near her home — the first time she has been seen out and about since her surgery.

Britain accuses Putin of acting as modern-day Stalin after sham poll

BRITAIN slammed Vladimir Putin’s “stolen” election victory and vowed unstinting support for Ukraine after the Russian dictator put himself on course to overtake Stalin’s time in power.

Kemi: Let's get behind Rishi

Stop obsessing over psychodrama, says minister after appeal from No 10

Olympic queen Kenny hangs up her bike to spend time with family

DAME Laura Kenny, Britain's most successful female Olympic athlete, today announced her retirement from cycling because she wants to spend more time with her family.

Khan doubles new council homes target in his first big campaign pledge

SIR Keir Starmer joined Sadiq Khan today for the Mayor’s re-election campaign, pledging to double his council homes building target to 40,000 — and trumpeting the prospect of a Labour government and mayor offering a “once in a generation” chance to ease London’s housing crisis.

We won't ignore chance we could win title, insists George

JAMIE GEORGE has declared that title talk is not taboo in the England squad.

WE CAN BEAT mbro ANY TEAM ON OUR OWN TURF

WEST HAM'S ANTONIO IS NOT FAZED BY EURO HEAVYWEIGHTS

Borthwick's men can't afford to crash to earth after Irish lift-off

The title may prove out of reach but England still have questions to answer and a score to settle in France

England snub shines a light on Arsenal's 'warrior'

FOR a man who does not crave attention, Ben White had to contend with spending yesterday in the spotlight.

Show-stopping Kudus adds gloss to frontline

Hammers stroll into the quarter-finals as Moyes’ strikeforce fires

Vodafone sells Italy arm over 'excessive fragmentation'

THE CEO of Vodafone has bemoaned the \"excessive fragmentation\" of European telecoms markets as Italy today became the latest country the firm has exited after it reached an €8 billion (£6.8bn) deal with rival Swisscom.

Fresh sci-fi with gallons of flair

LONG with Dune and Cloud Atlas, The Three-Body Problem was one of those books once left languishing in the file marked \"unfilmable\".

Meghan has relaunched herself with perfect timing, unless your name is Kate

BROCCOLI stalks. Beetroot. Brussels sprouts. Red pepper. More broccoli. White turnip. All massaged together in a big bowl with, I'm guessing, olive oil for a delicious dish of wholesome roasted vegetables.

The West must step up as the Ukraine war turns

IT is now obvious. The war in Ukraine is at a tipping point - not only for Ukrainians and Russians but for the United States, wider Europe and, most particularly, the UK.

The slow death of 24-hour London

Expensive pints, mass pub and club closures, licensing restrictions and poor late-night transport options are killing London's buzz, says El Hunt - when did the capital stop being fun after dark?

Matt 'would still be here if proper gun search had been made'

A POLICE officer who was shot dead by a prisoner in the custody suite at Croydon police station could still be alive if a proper search of the gunman had been carried out, his partner has claimed.

Lady in Blue with a sense of purpose wins spot on fourth plinth

A BRONZE sculpture of a black woman \"who represents the city's spirit\" has been chosen to go on the fourth plinth. Lady in Blue by Tschabalala Self will take its place in Trafalgar Square in 2026.

Macron summit ВЫЕ ПРЕ 00 as Russia polls open for Putin

Bid for more united front from West

Whatever Wills can do: Harry and Meg stage their own shows

THE Duke and Duchess of Sussex risked upstaging the Prince of Wales with two announcements that clashed with an emotional speech in honour of his mother.

Backlash as minister calls for £10m Tory donor in race storm to be given a second chance

A MINISTER was hit with a backlash after claiming that Tory donor Frank Hester should be given a “second chance” despite his racist rant against Diane Abbott.

TONEY'S LIFELINE FOR EURO DREAM

STRIKER SET FOR CALL-UP AFTER BAN, BUT NO PLACE FOR PHILLIPS

I was too cocky, but my mum's helped dial it all down

DALEY THOMPSON turbocharges his speed, Jonny Wilkinson fine-tunes his kicking boots — but Marcus Smith’s mum keeps his feet firmly on the ground.

Blues in fight for teen sensation Yoro

CHELSEA are interested in a move for talented young Lille centre-back Leny Yoro, as they weigh up defensive options to replace Thiago Silva.

Rice's departure left huge shoes to fill, but I know I can be this team's talisman

NEXT week marks a decade since Jarrod Bowen’s debut for non-League Hereford Town, and the forward’s inspiring rise to the top of the English game would probably not have been possible without David Moyes.

Fleetwood's my tip to break English Players hoodoo

NICK DOUGHERTY fronts Sky Sports Golf’s coverage and will again be at the broadcasting helm for the Players Championship. Here, he picks out his ones to watch...

Gentlemansgame can strike gold for Morris

Lightly-raced chaser capable of challenging favourite at a big price