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Penalties: How The Lions Turned It From A Lottery To Slottery

THE England players used to be afraid of the dreaded P word.

The Secret Behind Georgia's Great German Adventure

Willy Sagnol's team have taken the tournament by storm with a distinct style and enthusiasm that should worry Spain

Hundreds Dying Every Day In Brutal Pakistan Heatwave

Karachi alone sees more than 420 lose their lives in 96 hours

France Faces 'Rise In Racism' As Far Right Poised For Power

Anti-immigration ideas pushed by the far right in France are contributing to a rise in racism across the country, a report from the nation’s human rights commission has found.

Violence And Self-Harm Hit Record High In Women's Jails

The number of assaults and self-harm incidents in women's prisons in England and Wales has hit a record high, new figures show.

Harry 'Must Tell Court How Texts Were Wiped'

PRINCE Harry has been ordered to explain to a High Court judge how messages potentially relevant to his legal action against The Sun's publisher were wiped.

Can Opinion Polls Really Say Who Will Win The Election?

The 2024 general election has been the most “polled” in British history. More companies have conducted more polls, and with a greater variety of methods, than in any previous contest.

How Age And Brexit Define The Dwindling Tory Faithful

The sheer scale of the collapse in support for the Tories in the opinion polls poses a question as the election approaches.

Seven Officers Implicated In Betting Scandal, Admits Met

At least seven Metropolitan Police officers are being investigated over bets on the timing of the general election.

It's A Simple Question, PM Did You Tell Your Aide The Election Date Before He Put A Bet On It?

TETCHY Rishi Sunak yesterday repeatedly refused to say whether he told an aide about the date of the General Election.

City Defender Proud Of Solid Show At Back For England

JOHN Stones is 'proud' of England's defensive solidity as questions continue to be asked about Gareth Southgate's side as an attacking force at Euro 2024.

Premier League's Most Destructive Player Is The Victim Of A Poor System

‘THE key for Phil is where he ends up, not his starting position’, said Gareth Southgate in May, hoping to end months of debate over Phil Foden’s position heading into Euro 2024.

Trump, Biden Or Anyone But - Who Will America Choose?

At prime time in the United States this evening, the two most recognisable figures in American politics today will step into the limelight for a duel that could decide the result of the presidential election months before any vote is cast.

Georgia Make History With Glorious Win Over Portugal

The sound and the glory, that somehow offers England hope for glory. Georgia have literally roared their way into the last 16, to follow a first ever qualification for a tournament with a first qualification for the knockout stages, after a momentous 2-0 win over Portugal.

England Must Use Portugal As An Example To Progress

By growing into a tournament, The Three Lions can roar

Mortgages Are About To Get A Well-Earned Summer Break

As predicted here, mortgage rates have started falling. Barclays, HSBC and NatWest have all taken out their shears and cut their prices.

Amazon India Warehouse Staff Forced To Forgo Breaks

Amazon India has admitted to safety lapses in its warehouses after workers were told to pledge they would not take any breaks, including to drink water or go to the bathroom, until they met their targets.

Closed-Door Trial Of US Journalist Begins In Russia

Journalist Evan Gershkovich has been put on trial by a Russian court – after being held for 15 months behind bars over espionage charges widely denounced as a sham.

Labour's Greatest Asset In This Campaign Is Still Truss

There was no handshake at the end. After 75 minutes of name calling, Keir Starmer and Rishi Sunak couldn’t wait to see the backs of each other. Don’t be surprised if there are no head-tohead debates at all in the 2029 general election.

PM Recovers From Tired Start To Secure Debate Win

Keir Starmer appeared on the back foot at times as the last televised showdown between the Labour leader and his Tory rival saw Rishi Sunak secure a narrow victory, thanks to a middebate rally.

Sunak Accused Of Not Taking Action On 'Ethics Breaches'

Rishi Sunak has been accused of eroding the public’s trust in politics by failing to order investigations into more than a dozen potential breaches of strict ethics rules during his time as prime minister.

Starmer Steals Sunak's Lines And He'll Soon Pinch His Job

Rishi Sunak was like an irritatingly bouncy leader of the opposition, harassing a world-weary prime minister who had to explain that life was a bit more complicated than his opponent suggested.

Kremlin Jet Forces US Spy Drone Down

A RUSSIAN MiG-31 fighter jet intercepted a US drone over the Black Sea as tensions mount.

NHS 'Under Significant Pressure' As Doctors Strike For Five Days

STRIKING junior doctors will stop work today in an ongoing and bitter dispute over pay.

Starmer To Sunak: If You Listen To People You Might Not Be So Out Of Touch

KEIR Starmer last night told Rishi Sunak he might not be so out of touch if he listened to voters.

No Idea! 9 Times Starmer Fails To Give An Answer On Boats Crisis

In fiery face-off the PM urged voters 'not to surrender' UK's borders

England Prepare For India's Storming Side In Battle For The Ages

This last-four encounter could be Guyana’s rumble next tothejungle-iftherain plays nice and stays away

All Change Bellingham Running Into Poor Form Gives Southgate A Big Decision To Make

Your best players are still your best players. Your best team is not necessarily the one with all the best players on the pitch. Unfortunately England are in that place again.

Russian Trial Of US Journalist On 'Bogus' Spying Charge Starts Behind Closed Doors

A Russian court has begun a closeddoors trial of the Wall Street Journal reporter Evan Gershkovich on spying charges that he, his employer and the US government have all described as politically motivated.

Two Stuck On ISS As Boeing Spacecraft Hits Trouble

Boeing's public relations crisis is now out of this world: the company's Starliner spacecraft and the two astronauts who arrived on it - are stuck in space.