McSweeney, long considered instrumental to the rise of the PM, derived his power and influence from his track record as a political strategist. Source link
Winter Olympics 2026: Johannes Hosflot Klaebo wins first of potential six golds, GB’s Andrew Musgrave 10th
Norway’s Johannes Hosflot Klaebo clinched the first of a potential six gold medals at the Milan-Cortina Winter Olympics in the 10km+10km skiathlon. It takes the 29-year-old’s career Olympic gold tally to six, just two behind the all-time winter record. That is held by the Norwegian trio of biathlete Ole Einar Bjorndalen and cross country skiers […]
Three suspects in Russian general shooting named, including alleged gunman
The suspects include the alleged gunman, Lyubomir Korba, whom Russia says fled to the UAE after the attack. Source link
T20 World Cup: Tim Seifert half-century helps New Zealand to five-wicket win over Afghanistan
Gulbadin Naib had earlier provided the backbone of Afghanistan’s 182-6 with a pugnacious 63 off 35 balls. The all-rounder struck three fours and four sixes at a strike rate of 180.00 as he shared stands with Rahmanullah Gurbaz and Sediqullah Atal. Lockie Ferguson claimed 2-40 while Matt Henry, Jacob Duffy and Rachin Ravindra chipped in […]
Matt Dawson column: ‘England players now double in size in shirt’
Tommy Freeman is rapidly approaching world-class status. The package that he brings to Test rugby – the pace, size, aerial ability and appetite for the ball – is pretty special. He was a starter for the British and Irish Lions in all three Tests against Australia in the summer and he is inked into this […]
My car was stolen. Here are six important things I learned
Keyless thefts are on the rise and car crime is increasingly organised and high-tech. Source link
How US fried chicken craze is transforming British takeaways
Maria Vanifatova, chief executive of Meaningful Vision, says the number of chicken shops has been growing in the UK with a long list US chains have entered the market in recent years – including Raising Cane’s, Chick‑fil‑A, Slim’s Chicken, Dave’s Hot Chicken, Popeyes, and Wingstop. Source link
Husband reported wife missing, then her body was found in wedding dress bag
When the body of an unknown woman is found in a suitcase, forensics step in to solve the mystery. Source link
Hugo Ekitike: How French striker has already become a cult hero at Liverpool
As Hugo Ekitike walked off to the adulation of the Anfield crowd last Saturday and took his seat on the bench, Alexander Isak simply patted his Liverpool team-mate’s hair from behind. A finisher recognises a finisher. Isak’s chance will certainly come again, but while the record £125m summer signing is sidelined with a broken leg, […]
Japanese people brave snow to vote in snap election
A coalition led by Takaichi is expected to clinch a decisive win, according to polls. Source link