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SWFC’s opening day opponents sign former Blades defender, gets Wilder’s approval – thestar.co.uk
Leyton Orient, Sheffield Wednesday’s opponents on the opening day of the new League One season, have signed defender Alfie Gilchrist on loan from West Bromwich Albion. The 22-year-old right-back spent last season on loan at Sheffield United, where he impressed enough to earn praise from Blades manager Chris Wilder, whose endorsement was echoed by Orient…
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Rocky Flintoff hits first professional century for Lancs
Rocky Flintoff, the 18-year-old son of legendary former England all-rounder Andrew, hits his first professional century for Lancashire.
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‘Extreme heat’ weather warning issued for Sheffield as temperature threatens to top 33C
A fifth heatwave of 2026 in England looms
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New CCTV ‘could help British influencer escape the death penalty for stabbing boyfriend to death in Dubai’
A British social media influencer accused of fatally stabbing her boyfriend in Dubai may benefit from newly surfaced CCTV footage that her legal team says supports her account of events, potentially helping her avoid the death penalty under UAE law. The case has drawn significant attention because of the severity of the charge and the…
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UK Charts: Resident Evil Requiem Gobbles A Herb And Is Back On Top
Resident Evil Requiem has jumped back to number one in the UK’s physical games charts after a boost in sales, overtaking Assassin’s Creed Black Flag Resynced and Pokémon Pokopia. Nintendo Life notes it found no major retailer discounts to explain the rise, beyond outlets selling the game roughly £10 under RRP. It was otherwise a…
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Tooth announce autumn 2026 UK tour
London grunge quartet Tooth have announced their autumn 2026 UK tour, supporting their debut EP ‘Restless In Bloom’. The run will culminate in the band’s biggest headline show to date at London’s The Garage on 27 October, marking a significant milestone for the rising act. The tour spans August to November, taking in cities including…
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Ex-minister Jess Phillips admits she pulled a sickie to avoid having to defend Peter Mandelson in the Commons
Former minister Jess Phillips has admitted to feigning illness to avoid appearing in the House of Commons to defend Peter Mandelson at a time when he was facing scrutiny. The disclosure offers a rare, candid glimpse into how government ministers can manoeuvre to sidestep politically awkward duties, and comes as Mandelson’s past conduct continues to…
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Marina Signs With UTA in All Areas (EXCLUSIVE)
British singer-songwriter Marina, formerly known as Marina and the Diamonds, has signed with United Talent Agency for global representation across all areas, including touring, media, film, television and brand partnerships. The move comes as she wraps her 40-plus-date “Princess of Power” tour, which supported her latest album of the same name and marked a notable…
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Until Dawn and Little Nightmares 3 studio Supermassive announces further layoffs, with as many as 75 people expected to lose their jobs
Supermassive Games, the UK studio behind Until Dawn, The Quarry and the Dark Pictures Anthology series, has announced a fresh round of layoffs affecting up to 75 employees. In a statement shared on social media, the company confirmed it had begun a redundancy consultation process, calling the move “a necessary step to ensure the sustainability”…
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Wasia Project Release Chic New Single ‘Vogue’
Wasia Project, the sibling duo of Will Gao and Olivia Hardy, have released a new single titled ‘Vogue’, described as an ethereal, club-inspired track exploring themes of desire and connection. The release comes ahead of their forthcoming album ‘Nocturne’, due out in the coming weeks, and precedes a large-scale UK headline tour the pair have…