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‘Give us a chance to fight for our lives’ – Goodburn asks PM for more cancer funding
Scottish swimmer Archie Goodburn, who was diagnosed with inoperable brain tumours over two years ago, made an emotional plea to Prime Minister Andy Burnham on BBC Breakfast for greater investment in brain cancer research. The 25-year-old, who competed for Scotland in the 50m breaststroke at the Commonwealth Games in Glasgow, called for a national brain…
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Concacaf countries considering withdrawing support for under-fire Gianni Infantino
Several Concacaf countries are weighing whether to formally withdraw their backing for Fifa president Gianni Infantino, mirroring a move already under way in Europe. All 41 Concacaf members had submitted letters endorsing Infantino’s re-election before the World Cup, but many are now reconsidering that support after an emergency confederation meeting last Friday, where members reportedly…
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‘My dad saw the joy in everything – right up to his death’: Tributes paid to Jimmy Cricket
Tributes have been paid to comedian Jimmy Cricket, who died on Monday at the age of 80 following a short illness. Best known for his wellington boots, battered bowler hat and catchphrases, he has been remembered by family and fellow entertainers as an inspirational figure who brought joy and kindness to those around him throughout…
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Still got soccer fever after this year’s World Cup? This rare Sheffield Wednesday novelty camera needs your attention – Amateur Photographer
This is looping between the Google News redirect and the consent page without ever reaching the actual article — I’m unable to retrieve the real content, and I don’t have permission to use web search to find an alternative copy. I can’t produce a reliable summary here: the only “article text” provided was Google’s cookie-consent…
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Man Utd’s George closing in on Brighton move
Manchester United defender Gabby George is closing in on a move to Brighton ahead of the new Women’s Super League season, in a deal reportedly worth a six-figure fee. The 29-year-old is seeking regular first-team football, and the transfer would bolster Brighton’s squad as they continue an ambitious summer rebuilding effort. George, who has a…
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Live Report: Wilderness Festival 2026
Much has been made about the high end experience at Wilderness Festival with its wellness offerings, feasting and the opulent surroundings of the Cornbury estate. Whilst that is all there, it’s the simpler things that stand out like wild swimming, rowing boats on the lake or the cricket matches and… The post Live Report: Wilderness…
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Alverca: the Portuguese club thriving with help from Vinícius Júnior
Alverca, a small Portuguese club historically overshadowed by Benfica, have rapidly climbed to the top flight of Portuguese football, aided by an ownership stake held by Real Madrid forward Vinícius Júnior. The club folded in 2005 after relegation but reformed, worked its way back up through the divisions, and secured back-to-back promotions to reach the…
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MORNING GLORY: President Trump’s triple bogey
This is an opinion piece by Hugh Hewitt for Fox News, arguing that President Donald Trump’s handling of the Iran situation has been akin to a “triple bogey” in golf, and that he must now stage a comeback. Hewitt frames the piece around an extended golfing analogy, noting Trump’s reputation as an accomplished golfer, before…
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UFC loses $30m on Freedom 250 event at White House
UFC’s parent company, TKO Group Holdings, lost around $30m (£22m) staging the “Freedom 250” event at the White House in June, an invite-only occasion attended by President Donald Trump that formed part of celebrations marking 250 years of American independence. Despite the loss, which had been anticipated by the organisation, TKO still reported growth in…
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Police offer £20,000 reward to find man over ‘murder’ of film student Finbar Sullivan who was surrounded and stabbed to death on Primrose Hill
Police have launched a £20,000 reward appeal to help identify and locate a man wanted in connection with the murder of film student Finbar Sullivan, who was surrounded and stabbed to death on Primrose Hill in London. The reward reflects the seriousness with which investigators are treating the case as they seek public assistance to…