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Tears, regrets and Bord truth – Barry Bannan reveals all on Sheffield Wednesday exit and re-marriage – thestar.co.uk

  • Bannan regrets the circumstances of his Wednesday exit.
  • Takeover uncertainty was central to his decision.
  • He has returned to Wednesday and rebuilt his marriage.

Barry Bannan has reflected emotionally on leaving Sheffield Wednesday, describing regrets over how his decade-long spell ended amid the club’s instability and uncertainty around a proposed takeover. The former captain has since returned to Hillsborough after a brief move to Millwall, making his account significant for supporters seeking…

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Why part of Bramall Lane will be closed this season amid Dore training ground update – thestar.co.uk

  • Part of Bramall Lane's upper tier closed for several fixtures this season
  • Roof strengthening/repainting works ongoing; Dore training ground also upgraded
  • Championship season starts at home to Birmingham City, 15 August 2026

Sheffield United have confirmed that part of Bramall Lane's upper tier will be closed for several fixtures this season while renovation work continues, as the club carries out a wide-ranging summer refurbishment of its stadium and Dore training ground. The closures stem from roof strengthening and repainting work…

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“Wales and its legends are to be celebrated”: Mystery project Ysbrydnos is putting The Land Of Song on the black metal map

  • Ysbrydnos uses black metal to celebrate Welsh myths and landscapes.
  • Welsh Mythical Darkness links real places with fictionalised histories.
  • The project draws on Welsh supernatural and visionary literature.

Ysbrydnos, an anonymous Welsh black metal project, is using its latest album Welsh Mythical Darkness to foreground Wales, its landscape and its legends within a genre strongly associated with Nordic settings. Its creator, Ysbryd, presents the record as a declaration of cultural celebration and a means of forging…

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“Yank up the Music Really Loud”: Ozzy Osbourne Told Sharon Exactly How He Wanted the World To Remember Him

  • Sharon Osbourne shared Ozzy’s preferred way to be remembered.
  • Birmingham held its first Ozzy Day.
  • Geezer Butler praised Osbourne’s lasting legacy.

Sharon Osbourne said Ozzy Osbourne wanted people to remember him by playing music loudly and headbanging. Her comments were shared as Birmingham held its first Ozzy Day, underscoring the continuing public tributes to the Black Sabbath singer and his association with the city. The article says Ozzy made…

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Lancey Foux Announces New Album ‘The Time Of Our Lives’

  • Lancey Foux’s new solo album arrives on 28 August.
  • ‘The Time Of Our Lives’ contains 21 tracks.
  • It follows collaborations and recent singles including ‘BODY’.

Lancey Foux has announced his new solo album, ‘The Time Of Our Lives’, which is due for release on 28 August. The record marks a return to solo work after several years of collaborations, and continues the UK rapper’s blend of British rap, US influences and electronic production.…

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Wonder Project Expands International Slate With Three Series from U.K. and Ireland, Including Julia Roberts and Russell T. Davies Shows (EXCLUSIVE)

  • Wonder Project adds three new U.K./Ireland scripted series to its slate.
  • Julia Roberts narrates "Leonard and Hungry Paul"; Russell T Davies produces "You & Me".
  • "You & Me" premieres on Wonder 6 August; "Rewarding" is a new BBC NI commission.

Wonder Project is expanding its slate of international scripted programming with three acquisitions from the U.K. and Ireland, reflecting the streaming service's growing appetite for British and Irish drama and comedy that it believes can travel well to U.S. audiences. The move underlines a broader trend of American…

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4 Incredible Songs Graced by the Backing Vocals of Beach Boy Carl Wilson

  • Carl Wilson lent backing vocals to hits beyond The Beach Boys.
  • Featured on songs by Elton John, Warren Zevon and Chicago.
  • Also sang on David Lee Roth's cover of "California Girls."

An article from American Songwriter highlights the contribution of Carl Wilson, the late Beach Boys member, whose backing vocals enriched several well-known songs beyond his own band's catalogue. While Brian Wilson was seen as the group's creative genius and Mike Love its frontman showman, Carl Wilson is credited…

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Drought is officially declared in North Wales as 23million Brits under hosepipe bans amid record-breaking dry weather

  • North Wales officially declared to be in drought
  • Around 23 million Brits now under hosepipe bans
  • Record-breaking dry weather driving widespread water restrictions

North Wales has been officially declared to be in drought, becoming the latest area to receive the designation after months of unusually dry weather across the UK. The move places restrictions on water use in the region and comes as around 23 million people across Britain are already…

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Iran threatens Britain and says RAF Fairford is a ‘legitimate target’ after US used base to launch B1 bomber raid

  • Iran calls RAF Fairford a "legitimate target" after US bomber raid.
  • Base was used to launch B1 bombers in recent strikes.
  • Threat raises fears of Britain being drawn into the conflict.

Iran has warned Britain that RAF Fairford in Gloucestershire is now a "legitimate target" for retaliation, after the US used the base to launch B1 bomber sorties as part of recent strikes. The threat marks an escalation in tensions involving the UK, which has faced criticism for allowing…

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Isabel Davis Appointed Director of the BFI Filmmaking Fund

  • Isabel Davis named new director of BFI Filmmaking Fund
  • She replaces Mia Bays, joining the BFI in October
  • Role manages a £20m annual UK independent film fund

Isabel Davis has been appointed director of the BFI National Lottery Filmmaking Funds, taking over from Mia Bays later this year. The role oversees a £20 million ($26.6m) annual fund dedicated to supporting a culturally vibrant, inclusive and original independent film sector in the UK, making the appointment…

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