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Wildfire so big it could be seen from space rages across northern Scotland, with four-mile long blaze still spreading after 24 hours
A large wildfire was reported to be burning across northern Scotland, with the blaze said to extend for about four miles and still spread more than 24 hours after it began. Its reported visibility from space underlines the scale of the incident and the potential threat to nearby land, wildlife and communities. The available article…
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Four passes in 19 minutes: damning numbers behind England’s collapse
England’s World Cup semi-final defeat to Argentina was marked by an inability to defend their lead or retain possession after Anthony Gordon scored. The analysis argues that Thomas Tuchel’s tactical changes, including switching to a 5-4-1, removed England’s counter-attacking threat and left them under sustained pressure until Argentina equalised and then won. England had only…
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‘Doctor Who’ Icon Tries To Solve an Impossible Case in First Images for New British Crime Thriller
David Tennant will lead the third series of BAFTA-winning British prison drama Time, with first-look images released by BritBox. The anthology will move to a Young Offenders Institution, examining the effects of teenage imprisonment on both those held there and the staff responsible for them. Tennant joins returning cast member Siobhan Finneran, who reprises her…
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Police appeal after victim punched in face – thestar.co.uk
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Hana Stretton – “Seagull Theory II” & “As It Was Before This”
British-Australian ambient folk artist Hana Stretton has released two new tracks, “Seagull Theory II” and “As It Was Before This”, ahead of her forthcoming album *tiarn*. Stretton, known for blending samples, field recordings and original material, has drawn comparisons to artists such as Grouper and Claire Rousay and counts Phil Elverum among her admirers, having…
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From Southgate to Tuchel – has anything changed?
England’s exit from the 2026 World Cup at the semi-final stage, losing 2-1 to Argentina under new manager Thomas Tuchel, has prompted comparisons with the pragmatic, cautious football long associated with his predecessor, Sir Gareth Southgate. Tuchel was appointed specifically to overhaul England’s approach and end a 60-year wait for the trophy, yet critics note…
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Tuchel ‘100%’ invested in leading England at Euro 2028 despite semi-final failure
Thomas Tuchel says he is “100% invested” in continuing as England manager through to Euro 2028, despite criticism of his tactics in the 2-1 World Cup semi-final defeat to Argentina in Atlanta. The manager, who signed a contract extension in February, has faced scrutiny for switching to a back five late in the game while…
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The End of an Era: Inside ‘Heartstopper Forever’ and the Show That Changed British YA
Netflix’s coming-of-age drama Heartstopper is coming to a close with the release of Heartstopper Forever, a two-hour film that serves as the final chapter of the LGBTQIA+ young adult adaptation. The film, shot at the historic Bray Studios near London, wraps up the story of Alice Oseman’s popular webcomic and graphic novel, marking an emotional…
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‘Goodness me, what a mess’ – Brook out after ‘horrible dismissal’
England captain Harry Brook was dismissed for just 16 runs after attempting a risky ramp shot, leaving his side struggling at 53-3 in the second one-day international against India in Cardiff. The wicket sparked criticism of the shot selection, with commentators describing it as a “horrible dismissal” given the pressure of the chase. England were…