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Vile Oscar-nominated movie director says she’s glad she joked about Bank of America executive’s murder because it led to new offers of work
Lexi Alexander, an Oscar-nominated film director, has refused to apologise for mocking the murder of Bank of America executive Erin Piacenti and instead said the backlash has boosted her career, bringing offers of scripts, meetings and podcast appearances. Alexander sparked outrage after sharing an image referencing Luigi Mangione, the man accused of killing a healthcare…
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Reform UK’s Sarah Pochin calls for a ‘coming together’ between Right-wing parties as she says voters can’t be let down by ‘squabbles’
Reform UK MP Sarah Pochin has called for Right-wing parties to unite ahead of the next general election, warning that voters should not be let down by “squabbles” between rival groups. Speaking at Reform’s conference in Birmingham, the Runcorn and Helsby MP said she would “feel devastated if the Right destroys itself” and urged politicians…
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WSL transfer talking points: three things we learned from the data
The Women’s Super League’s summer transfer window has closed ahead of the 2026-27 season, with data revealing three notable trends despite spending remaining tiny compared with the £3.4bn splashed out by Premier League clubs. Arsenal made the biggest financial improvement to their squad, London City Lionesses signed marquee talent including Alexia Putellas, and clubs generally…
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Nigel Farage meeting a ‘shadowy foreign donor’? It can only be another establishment stitch-up | Marina Hyde
In a satirical Guardian column, Marina Hyde mocks Reform UK’s response to allegations that the party sought to circumvent electoral law by accepting a £500,000 donation from a foreign source, alongside undisclosed off-the-books polling. The claims emerged from a covert sting by Verbatim, an investigative group founded by journalists from the Centre for Climate Reporting,…
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Arrests in crackdown on organised vehicle crime
South Yorkshire Police have arrested 14 people, including a 17-year-old boy, as part of an operation targeting organised vehicle crime in Doncaster. Officers searched multiple caravan sites in the Mexborough and Bentley areas on Wednesday, seizing several vehicles and vehicle parts. The force said the crackdown was aimed at criminal networks it believes are stealing…
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Chaotic Crystal Palace transfer window left Pierre Sage to run the gamut of emotions
Pierre Sage has reflected on a turbulent first transfer window as Crystal Palace manager, admitting frustration at missing out on top defensive targets while praising the club’s efforts amid a chaotic, deadline-heavy summer. The Frenchman, who replaced the departed Oliver Glasner, is still seeking his first points after opening defeats to Everton and Manchester City,…
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Norwich residents lodge complaints over 24-hour Co-op delivery noise
Residents living near a Co-op store on Earlham Road in Norwich say the shop’s 24-hour delivery service is causing sleepless nights, with moped and e-bike drivers accused of slamming on brakes, revving engines, playing music and making noisy phone calls throughout the night. Staff have posted a sign asking couriers to keep noise down, but…
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Liverpool target Minteh can still get dream move – Hurzeler
Brighton manager Fabian Hurzeler has said winger Yankuba Minteh could still achieve a big move in a future transfer window, after the club turned down bids from Liverpool during the summer window. The rejection matters because it signals Brighton’s determination to hold onto key assets despite significant interest, while suggesting the door remains open for…
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Microsoft’s Project Zenith is a ‘distraction-free Windows experience’ for developers
Microsoft has formally named its developer-focused Windows setup “Project Zenith”, a preconfigured, distraction-free version of Windows 11 aimed at software developers, and confirmed the first hardware to run it. AMD unveiled the launch device at IFA in Berlin: a mini PC built around its Ryzen AI Halo chips, with further devices using different silicon expected…
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James Marriott Shares Glittery New Track ‘Burn Down The Disco’
James Marriott has released a new single, “Burn Down The Disco,” ahead of his headline show at London’s Brixton Academy. The track combines shimmering, dance-inspired grooves with the energy of mid-2000s indie music, marking a shift towards a more anti-pop sound for the artist as he prepares for his upcoming live shows. Marriott has described…