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He was cordial, but he was candid. Sitting next to his best British buddy, David Lammy, US vice president JD Vance politely but firmly spelt out how the two countries are deeply divided on the Middle East and free speech. As the pair met on Friday, first came the cordial …

Eleanor Lawson BBC News, West Midlands BBC/BANIJAY RIGHT/KUDOS This Town picked up several awards, but is not being renewed for a second series There will be no second series of the Steven Knight drama series This Town, the BBC has confirmed. Released in March 2024, the six-part series delved into …

Chelsea’s academy has undergone leadership changes in the past year, with Joe Shields and Glenn van der Kraan taking charge, while Jack Francis remains a key figure from the previous regime. Although the departure of popular former leaders Neil Bath and Jim Fraser risked unsettling the academy, insiders say the …

Swansea City have signed goalkeeper Paul Farman on a one-year deal. The 35-year-old is a free agent after leaving League Two club Barrow in the summer. Farman played 179 games for the Bluebirds after signing from Carlisle United in June 2021. He is expected to be third choice at Swansea …

BBC reporters Jonathan Buchan, Nizaar Kinsella and Mike Taylor shared their own stories about what makes them proud to support their clubs. ‘A journey that links generations’ – Jonathan Buchan BBC Radio Leeds sports editor Buchan says he forced his dad, who wasn’t a football fan, to take him and …

“More than three quarters of football ticket scams last season started on social media, with what seem like genuine ‘first come, first served’ offers all too often designed to rip off desperate fans.” Hanson says supporters should “only buy directly from clubs, their official partners and legitimate resale outlets”. Liverpool …

In the build-up to their Championship opener against Middlesbrough at the Riverside Stadium on Saturday (15:00 BST), the Swans have recruited six players for the first team. West Ham United defender Kaelan Casey joined on a season-long loan to follow Zeidane Inoussa, Bobby Wales, Cameron Burgess, Ricardo Santos and Ethan …

There have been nine Women’s World Cups but only three nations have won it. New Zealand have won the tournament a record six times and have beaten England in five of the past six finals. England have lifted the trophy twice – in 1994 and most recently in 2014. The …

NEWYou can now listen to Fox News articles! Dean Cain has great respect for ICE agents, so he’s decided to become one. During an interview with Fox News Digital, the “Superman” actor explained that his motive to join ICE is the same as when he decided to get involved in …

NEWYou can now listen to Fox News articles! Updated cancer screening guidance has reportedly caused a spike in diagnoses among younger Americans. According to two studies by the American Cancer Society (ACS), there’s been a recent surge in colorectal cancer in people aged 45 to 49. ACS scientists found that …

Stonewall’s Rainbow Laces campaign, which launched in 2013, was supported by all clubs in England’s top flight. The initiative encouraged all Premier League players to wear rainbow-coloured laces and captains rainbow armbands to show support for the rights of LGBTQ+ people, inspire acceptance among children and young people, and promote …

Becky Morton Political reporter PA Media Israel’s plans to take over Gaza City are “wrong” and “will only bring more bloodshed”, Sir Keir Starmer has said. The prime minister urged the Israeli government to immediately reconsider its decision “to further escalate its offensive in Gaza”, after Benjamin Netanyahu’s security cabinet …

The key change this season is that outfield players can now earn two bonus points based on the number of defensive actions they make in one match. FPL managers now also get double the amount of chips – two Free Hits, two Wildcards, two Bench Boosts and two Triple Captains. …

Selected transfers in: Liam Delap (Ipswich), Joao Pedro (Brighton), Jamie Gittens (Borussia Dortmund), Jorrel Hato (Ajax), Previously agreed deals gone through this summer: Dario Essugo (Sporting), Estevao Willian (Palmeiras) Selected transfers out: Kepa Arrizabalaga (Arsenal), Joao Felix (Al-Nassr), Djordje Petrovic (Bournemouth), Mathis Amougou (Strasbourg) Money spent: £249m BBC Sport reporter …

Greater Manchester Mayor Andy Burnham has said he would be prepared to force the sale of land needed for a major redevelopment of the Old Trafford stadium. Burnham, who has been supportive of Manchester United’s plans to demolish its 74,310-capacity stadium in favour of a £2bn 100,000-seat replacement. But United …

The US has doubled a reward for information leading to the arrest of Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro to $50m (£37.2m), accusing him of being “one of the largest narco-traffickers in the world”. US President Donald Trump is a long-time critic of Maduro, who returned to office in January following an …

Antonio did make three appearances for Jamaica at the Concacaf Gold Cup this summer and also turned out for West Ham Under-21s in a pre-season game at Boreham Wood last month. It is understood the continuing discussions with Antonio could potentially lead to a coaching and mentoring role within West …

Barcelona have stripped goalkeeper Marc-Andre ter Stegen of the club captaincy following disciplinary proceedings against the Germany international. The 33-year-old, who last played when he turned out for his country in June, had a back operation, external at the end of July. According to reports,, external his dispute with Barcelona …

While Hibs were cruising in Belgrade, around 400 miles north in Vienna, Dundee United displayed character and dig to stun Rapid in a 2-2 draw. Also a third-round qualifier in the Conference League, Jim Goodwin’s side twice came from behind inside a bouncing Allianz Stadion against one of last season’s …

Aston Villa have rejected an £18m offer from Everton for 30-year-old Scotland midfielder John McGinn. (TalkSport), external Celtic winger James Forrest says he is still dreaming of representing Scotland at a World Cup, and won’t close the door on his international career. (Daily Record), external Leeds United and West Ham …