Month: September 2024

Rosie Duffield’s decision to leave the Labour Party had been coming “for quite a long time”, a senior minister has said as he rejected the MP’s claims the Government was not motivated by public service. The Canterbury MP resigned the Labour whip on Saturday, citing both “cruel and unnecessary” policies such as the two-child benefit cap and the ongoing row about gifts and hospitality received by Sir Keir Starmer and […]

Conservative leadership candidates have laid out their plans on immigration ahead of the party conference where they will be vying to replace Rishi Sunak as leader. The first conference since their election defeat in July begins in Birmingham on Sunday – and Robert Jenrick, Tom Tugendhat, Kemi Badenoch and James Cleverly will be drumming up support in the contest. Mr Jenrick said he wanted a cap on immigration “cast in […]

Erik ten Hag says he respects the critics and even embraces some of their suggestions as Manchester United’s frequently under-fire manager prepares to take on Tottenham. Sunday sees the stuttering Red Devils welcome Ange Postecoglou’s side four days after their deflating 1-1 draw with FC Twente at an expectant Old Trafford. Ten Hag was annoyed by United’s mentality and toothlessness in a Europa League opener that followed a frustrating 0-0 […]

Former Conservative leader Lord Hague has said that it “would be better” if the party’s leadership was decided by MPs, rather than the membership. Tory members are preparing to select a new leader after Rishi Sunak announced he was standing down following the party’s general election defeat in the summer. Kemi Badenoch, Robert Jenrick, James Cleverly and Tom Tugendhat are all vying for the party leadership, and will get a […]

Oasis have excited fans by teasing an upcoming announcement ahead of their world tour in 2025. The rock band posted photos to social media of billboards in various cities which show brothers Noel and Liam Gallagher together with the headline “be careful what you wish for”. In the caption, the group said the announcement will be made at 8am Eastern Time on Monday and added #OasisLive25. The Britpop group announced […]

Comedian Chris McCausland has received a standing ovation from the Strictly Come Dancing audience for his foxtrot. McCausland, the show’s first blind contestant, landed a score of 29 after gliding across the dancefloor and performing bench work with his partner Dianne Buswell to Be Young, Be Foolish, Be Happy by The Tams. After giving the comic a standing ovation, head judge Shirley Ballas praised him as “an example to every […]

Liverpool’s impressive start under Arne Slot continued as they moved to the top of the Premier League after a 2-1 win at Wolves. Life after Jurgen Klopp is not turning out to be too bad as Ibrahima Konate’s header and a Mohamed Salah penalty either side of Rayan Ait-Nouri’s equaliser made it five wins from six league games. Defeat at home to Nottingham Forest a fortnight ago remains their only […]

Misinformation on social media is putting women off the contraceptive pill who are then risking unwanted pregnancies, according to the NHS. Videos posted online have been spreading false information that the contraceptive pill causes cancer and infertility, The Times reports. NHS data shows the proportion of women using the pill as their main form of contraception has dropped from 47% in 2012-13 to 27% in 2022-23. Abortions in England and […]

Arsenal scored two late goals to beat Leicester 4-2 and take advantage of Premier League title rivals Manchester City drawing 1-1 at Newcastle. Gabriel Martinelli and Leandro Trossard appeared to have sent the Gunners on their way, but James Justin’s deflected header and brilliant volley after the interval – supported by an inspired Mads Hermansen in goal – left the hosts rocking. However, Trossard’s volley from a corner cannoned in […]