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First round exactly what I wanted – MacIntyre
Scotland’s Robert MacIntyre made a strong start to the 2026 Open Championship at Royal Birkdale, carding a three-under-par 67 in his first round that he described as “exactly” what he wanted. It marks his first ever competitive round at the course and puts him firmly in contention early in the tournament, which matters given his…
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GoFundMe For L7’s Jennifer Finch Blows Past Initial Goal in Days Thanks to Generous Donations From Members of Pearl Jam, Green Day, Tool & More
A GoFundMe campaign set up to help L7 bassist Jennifer Finch pay for treatment of an aggressive brain cancer has smashed through its target within days, boosted by generous donations from fellow musicians and hundreds of smaller contributions from fans. The outpouring reflects the deep affection Finch commands within the rock community, with organisers saying…
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60 years of hurt – England’s World Cup wait in numbers
England’s wait for a second World Cup title stretched to 60 years after Thomas Tuchel’s side lost 2-1 to a Lionel Messi-inspired Argentina in the 2026 semi-final, having led before conceding late in Atlanta. The defeat means England remain without a World Cup since Bobby Moore lifted the trophy at Wembley in July 1966, extending…
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“Remarkable True Story” Of Family Behind World-Famous Panini Stickers Told In Beta-Backed Italian Series ‘Album of Dreams’
Beta Film is backing a new six-part Italian TV series that dramatises the true story of the family behind the world-famous Panini sticker albums, a fixture of World Cup and other major tournament fandom for decades. Titled “The Panini Family – Album of Dreams” and directed by Letizia Lamartire, the series is produced by Indigo…
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Postman caught on camera kicking blind shih tzu ‘like a football’, with pet dying from organ failure
A postman in the UK has been caught on camera allegedly kicking a blind shih tzu “like a football” during his delivery round, with the small dog subsequently dying from organ failure. The footage has prompted outrage after being shared, raising questions about accountability for postal workers and the safety of pets during deliveries, with…
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‘A true miracle of destiny’ – Messi and Yamal’s incredible first meeting
Photographs taken in 2007 have gone viral again, revealing that Lionel Messi and Lamine Yamal met almost two decades before facing each other in Sunday’s World Cup final between Argentina and Spain. The images show a 20-year-old Messi bathing and cradling a five-month-old Yamal in Barcelona’s Camp Nou dressing room, a moment photographer Joan Monfort…
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Council agrees Swansea.com Stadium sale to Swans
Swansea Council has agreed to sell the Swansea.com Stadium to Swansea City, a move both parties say will help secure the football club’s long-term future. The Championship club has played at the venue since it opened in 2005, and has held operational control since 2018; council leader Rob Stewart said the sale would help the…
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Hits don’t lie! Shakira’s 20 best songs, from World Cup anthems to megastar duets – ranked!
The Guardian has published a ranked list of Shakira’s 20 best songs, timed to coincide with her scheduled performance at Sunday’s World Cup final. The countdown spans her career from 1990s Latin pop breakthroughs through global crossover hits, World Cup anthems and recent chart-topping duets, highlighting her versatility across genres including reggaeton, EDM, baile funk…
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Chico Blanco’s ‘Amnesia’ Is A Balearic Fantasy
Chico Blanco, the Chico Blanco has released his new album ‘Amnesia’ in full, marking the most ambitious and wide-ranging project to date from the artist. The record is significant as it broadens the sound of Pablo Cobo, the Granada-born, Berlin-based DJ and producer behind the Chico Blanco name, blending genres and disciplines within his established…
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Dominik Szoboszlai agrees new Liverpool contract in boost to Andoni Iraola
Dominik Szoboszlai is set to sign a new long-term contract with Liverpool, providing a significant boost for incoming head coach Andoni Iraola ahead of his first season in charge. The Hungary captain was widely regarded as the team’s best performer during a difficult final campaign under Arne Slot, but had previously expressed concern that talks…