Gaby Lewis hit 66 not out as Ireland beat the Netherlands in their second Women’s T20 World Cup European Qualifier game in Rotterdam. Following Wednesday’s victory against Germany, Ireland’s second win leaves them in a healthy position as they bid for a top-two finish in the four-team round robin, which …
Read More »Baby food firms told to cut sugar and stop promoting snacks for under-ones
Catrin Nye and Adam Eley BBC News Getty Images Baby food manufacturers must cut levels of salt and sugar in their products and stop promoting snacks for babies under the age of one, the government has said. The new guidance would also restrict the use of marketing claims that suggest …
Read More »UFC: Sean Strickland banned for six months after attacking fighter at event
Former UFC champion Sean Strickland has been suspended from fighting for six months after his part in a brawl at a mixed martial arts event in Las Vegas on 29 June. Strickland, 34, was working as a cornerman for Miles Hunsinger at a Tuff-N-Uff event when he attacked another fighter …
Read More »A greasy pole, ham and barbed wire
Jonathan Geddes BBC Glasgow and West reporter Gregor Campbell Photography A group attempt the greasy pole challenge in 2024 Its origins have been lost to history, but this weekend some hardy Ayrshire souls will tackle a unique tradition – and all to win a ham. The greasy pole challenge in …
Read More »Ethan Ampadu: Wales doubt over Leeds defender for Kazakhstan trip
Wales could be without Ethan Ampadu for their World Cup qualifier against Kazakhstan in September. The Leeds United captain suffered a knee injury in their 1-0 Premier League win against Everton on Monday, with boss Daniel Farke saying: “It’s bad news. He will be out at least until the international …
Read More »Jamie Lee Curtis responds to fan attention over low-cut ‘Freakier Friday’ outfit
NEWYou can now listen to Fox News articles! Jamie Lee Curtis gave a cheeky response after fans went wild over her revealing “Freakier Friday” outfit. Curtis, 66, showed up to a special lookalike screening of the new movie – starring Lindsay Lohan – dressed as her character Tess. The actress’s …
Read More »10 smart devices track and prevent fall risks for older adults at home
New concussion smartphone app to launch in the US Murdoch Children’s Institute clinical science research director Dr. Vicki Anderson explains how the app will help parents and coaches rapidly assess injuries and determine how to treat them on ‘Varney & Co.’ NEWYou can now listen to Fox News articles! Falls …
Read More »California resident tests positive for plague after likely infected flea bite
NEWYou can now listen to Fox News articles! A California resident has tested positive for the plague after likely being bitten by an infected flea on a Lake Tahoe camping trip, health officials confirmed. The El Dorado County Health and Human Services Agency said Tuesday the individual is recovering at …
Read More »Sussex families feel ‘ignored’ over Brighton maternity review
Michael Buchanan Social Affairs Correspondent BBC The review will look into cases at the Royal Sussex County Hospital Families calling for an inquiry into maternity care in East Sussex say they feel “ignored, exhausted and dismissed” after meeting the chair of a national review. The group met with Baroness Amos …
Read More »It’s been a confusing week – and Trump’s been made to look weak | US News
It’s been a confusing week. The Monday gathering of European leaders and Ukraine’s president with Donald Trump at the White House was highly significant. Ukraine latest: Trump changes tack The leaders went home buoyed in the knowledge that they’d finally convinced the American president not to abandon Europe, and he …
Read More »4chan will refuse to pay daily UK fines, its lawyer tells BBC
Chris Vallance Senior technology reporter Getty Images A lawyer representing the online message board 4chan says it won’t pay a proposed fine by the UK’s media regulator as it enforces the Online Safety Act. According to Preston Byrne, managing partner of law firm Byrne & Storm, Ofcom has provisionally decided …
Read More »Nerves and joy as GCSE results roll in across West Country
Sarah Turnnidge BBC News, West of England BBC Jessica said she wanted to go “all the way” in proving herself A nerve-wracking wait for exam results has finally come to an end for thousands of West Country students. Year 11 pupils filed into school halls to find out how they …
Read More »Aberdeen 2-2 FCSB: Dante Polvara stars – but will he play more?
Scoring three minutes after coming on is the dream impact for any substitute, which is what the rangy Polvara did. But it was not just the fact he scored but the quality of the goal ithself which was so impressive. A cross was guided behind him by Adil Aouchiche, and …
Read More »Stonehenge cow’s tooth provides fresh clue on monument’s origins
Getty Images Scientists have seen evidence for the first time linking cattle remains from Stonehenge to Wales New analysis of a Neolithic cow’s tooth found at Stonehenge shows the animal likely came from Wales, and reinforces theories that cattle helped to transport the enormous stones. The tooth, from a cow’s …
Read More »PGA Tour Championship: Russell Henley leads – Scottie Scheffler, Tommy Fleetwood and Robert McIntyre chasing
Two-time major winners Collin Morikawa and Justin Thomas are also three shots adrift of Henley, along with Patrick Cantlay. World number two Rory McIlroy was three under at the turn but lost momentum on the back nine. The Northern Irishman made bogeys on the 14th and 17th to cancel out …
Read More »Beach Boys’ Al Jardine slams Mike Love’s eulogy at Brian Wilson’s funeral
NEWYou can now listen to Fox News articles! Beach Boys member Al Jardine slammed Mike Love’s eulogy given at Brian Wilson’s Aug. 6 funeral as the feud between the former bandmates seemingly resurfaced. “Mike wanted everybody to know that he wrote every single word of ‘Good Vibrations,’” Jardine told Rolling …
Read More »‘Record asylum claims’ and ‘Strictly rocked’
Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer “faces growing unrest over record asylum claims” reports the i Paper as “twenty-eight local authorities, including eight run by Labour” consider legal action against asylum hotels. In education news, “boys narrow GCSE gap – as education leaders warn of ‘resit crisis'”. Children’s author Jacqueline Wilson …
Read More »Israel to continue with Gaza City offensive despite talks to free Hamas hostages | World News
Israel will resume negotiations with Hamas for the release of all hostages captured during the October 7 attack, Benjamin Netanyahu has said – but its military will continue its Gaza City offensive despite international outcry. The remarks from Israel’s prime minister are the first since Hamas agreed to a temporary …
Read More »Langdale Moor fire to last for another two weeks, fire service says
Rachel Russell BBC News, Yorkshire BBC The fire broke out on Langdale Moor on 11 August A moorland fire has been described as “quite unprecedented” for North Yorkshire, as the fire service predicted it would be ongoing for a further two weeks. The blaze broke out on Langdale Moor, near …
Read More »Hibs 1-2 Legia Warsaw: Josh Mulligan drawing John McGinn comparison
‘Eye-catching’ was how Gray described Mulligan when he arrived in the summer, and the 22-year-old has only continued to win over the fans with his performances. He tops the charts when it comes to successful dribbles, and ranks highly for touches in the opposition box and duels won. What that …
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