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‘I feel unsafe’, says powerlifter over racism row
A powerlifter who was disqualified following an alleged racially motivated act has said she “does not feel safe” when competing, and says black athletes are frequently booed in competitions.
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Warrington to face Wigan in Dublin in 2027
Warrington Wolves and Wigan Warriors are set to meet in Dublin in 2027 in the first Super League fixture to be played in Ireland.
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Toronto film festival reveals 2026 line-up including Musk documentary
The Toronto International Film Festival has confirmed its 2026 programme, headlined by Alex Gibney’s four-hour documentary on Elon Musk, a project the billionaire has already criticised ahead of release. The wider slate spans 21 documentary titles, including profiles of footballer Megan Rapinoe, singer Darlene Love and postcolonial theorist Edward Said, alongside newly confirmed Centrepiece and…
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Something Else To Give: Man/Woman/Chainsaw Interviewed
London six-piece Man/Woman/Chainsaw have paired off to divide and conquer this press day, just over a week before the release of their debut album ‘Cannonball’. Over Zoom, we meet vocalist/bassist Vera Leppänen and drummer Lola Cherry, while the rest of the band (Billy Ward on vocals/guitars, Emmie-Mae Avery on vocals/keys,… The post Something Else To…
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‘Exciting new era’: Manchester United appoint Eva Olid as their new head coach
Manchester United Women have appointed Spanish coach Eva Olid as their new head coach, signing a two-year contract running until 2028 with the option of a further year. She replaces Marc Skinner, whose surprise departure was announced on Monday, and joins as the club says it is prioritising the development of homegrown young players over…
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Marvel Just Resurrected Another Classic Iron Man Foe for First-Ever Team-Up
Marvel Comics has revealed a shocking team-up in the latest issue of Iron Man 2026, with the villain Whiplash breaking into the notorious Vault prison to free a classic Iron Man foe who has been locked away since the early 2000s. The pairing marks the first time these two characters have joined forces against Tony…
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TIFF Docs Lineup Announced: Rapinoe, Said, Love, And A Scent Of Musk
The Toronto International Film Festival has unveiled its 2026 TIFF Docs lineup, featuring high-profile subjects and filmmakers across sport, music, politics and culture. The programme opens with the world premiere of “Rapinoe”, Rebecca Huntt’s documentary about football star Megan Rapinoe, and includes films centred on singer Darlene Love and scholar Edward Said, reflecting the section’s…
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‘Unbelievable football club’ – Tony Pulis shares Sheffield Wednesday wish following takeover – thestar.co.uk
‘Unbelievable football club’ – Tony Pulis shares Sheffield Wednesday wish following takeover thestar.co.uk
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Prendergast stars with ball as Fire stun Super Giants
Welsh Fire secured a three-wicket victory over Manchester Super Giants in the Women’s Hundred, with all-rounder Orla Prendergast the standout performer. Her four-wicket haul with the ball helped restrict the Super Giants to just 85, setting up a comfortable chase for Fire. The result lifts Welsh Fire up to fourth place in the competition table.…
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Transfer roundup: Coventry to make Yirenkyi new record signing, Crystal Palace to swoop for Gozo
Coventry City are poised to break their transfer record for a fourth time this window, agreeing a £23m fee with Danish club Nordsjaelland for Ghana midfielder Caleb Yirenkyi, a deal that would also be a Danish top-flight record. The signing continues a heavy summer spend for the newly promoted side, whose manager Frank Lampard has…