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President Donald Trump has compared the UFC structure being built at the White House to the Eiffel Tower and says he may “never, ever take it down”.The UFC is set to host an unprecedented show on the South Lawn of the home of the United States’ leader in Washington DC on 14 June, to mark 250 years of American independence.Construction has started, with workers assembling domed arches over a staging area which will become the octagon.Trump says he may choose to leave the arena standing because it is “attractive to a lot of people”, like when Paris decided to keep…

While Toone was absent, others have taken their opportunity in an England shirt. Aston Villa midfielder Lucia Kendall impressed in England’s 1-0 victory over Spain, while Manchester City’s Laura Blindkilde Brown started against Iceland.United team-mate Jess Park has also played in the number 10 position, while Chelsea’s Lauren James is an option if she is not used as a winger.While Toone says she has enjoyed watching her team-mates thrive, she is eager to prove herself to manager Sarina Wiegman again this week.”You are never guaranteed to be selected, no matter what your journey has been like in an England shirt,”…

Sir Keir Starmer is said to be considering watering down his pledge to increase defence spending ahead of a crunch Nato summit next month.Several Whitehall sources have indicated the 10-year defence investment plan (DIP) could be prepared as soon as next week after it was postponed in autumn.Sir Keir was forced to spend months battling with the Treasury over the commitment, although a Treasury source insisted it would be “fully affordable”.Now, the Prime Minister is “determined to publish” the spending plan ahead of the international summit on July 7, Defence Secretary John Healey claimed.But the financial boost to Britain’s defences…

Meghan Markle has celebrated Princess Lilibet reaching her fifth birthday by sharing fresh family photographs on Instagram.The Duchess of Sussex, 44, uploaded images capturing the young princess at the family’s £11million Montecito residence, accompanied by the caption: “Our dream girl. Happy fifth birthday, Lili.”The photographs feature Lilibet dressed in a pale yellow sundress, the same outfit she wore during behind-the-scenes filming for her mother’s As Ever lifestyle brand.One image shows Lilibet exploring the garden and admiring flowers at the California property.A second photograph shows Prince Harry tenderly cradling his daughter while Meghan gazes at the pair with a smile.The young…

HM Revenue and Customs (HMRC) has collected more than £13million from debtors after warning taxpayers it could recover unpaid bills directly from their bank accounts.The tax authority’s “direct recovery” powers allow HMRC to withdraw money from accounts belonging to people owing more than £1,000.These powers were reinstated by Chancellor Rachel Reeves at last year’s Spring Statement after being paused during the coronavirus pandemic.Despite the warning proving highly effective, the powers themselves have been used only rarely since their return.HMRC has directly accessed bank accounts on just 12 occasions since the policy was reintroduced, recovering a total of £225,000.The figure amounts…

Hannah Waddingham stepped out with boyfriend Nick Beresford-Cleary for their first official public appearance together at the Variety Power Of Women event in London on Wednesday. The Ted Lasso actress, 51, turned heads in a striking halterneck gown featuring a plunging neckline and dramatic thigh-high split, going braless to showcase her hourglass silhouette. The couple appeared completely besotted as they posed together for photographers at the prestigious event. While the actress has not publicly identified her new partner by name, speculation about their romance began in March when the pair were spotted together at Cheltenham Festival. The couple looked loved…

Road safety experts have warned MPs that the Government could fail to hit its targets for cutting deaths and serious injuries on UK roads unless tougher action is taken on speed limits and young drivers.Speaking to the Commons Transport Select Committee, campaigners and safety groups said the new road safety strategy was the strongest seen in 15 years but warned it may not go far enough.Ross Moorlock, chief executive of the road safety charity Brake, said there was concern across the sector that the current plans “will fall short of reaching those targets”. Jamie Hassall, executive director of the Parliamentary…

Fans will be able to buy water in the stadium and Fifa has promised not to charge above their usual venue prices.The U-turn follows warnings by scientists that Fifa’s heat safety measures for the tournament are “inadequate”, with temperatures at 14 of the 16 host venues set to exceed dangerous levels. “Fifa works closely with each host city committee and local authorities on heat mitigation factors for fans travelling to the stadium, which can include resources such as misting stations, fans, hydration stations, cooling tents and more around the stadium footprint,” Fifa’s statement said.”Inside the stadium footprint, pricing for water…

A police officer who has been wrongly accused of being involved in Henry Nowak’s arrest has told GB News she is receiving regular deaths threats due to the misidentification.Christi Hill, who worked for Hampshire Police for 11 years, has been targeted as an officer involved in the slain 18-year-old’s arrest despite not even working for the force at the time of the incident. Speaking to GB News’s Ben Leo last night, Ms Hill said: “I’ve received death threats, threats of extreme violence. People are trying to find my family or people that know me.”It has been really tough to read…

Prince William has issued a personal statement paying tribute to Sir Alex Younger.The Prince of Wales has expressed his sorrow following the news that the former MI6 chief died at 62.Prince William shared his tribute on social media, writing: “I was saddened to hear of the death of Alex Younger. He embodied the very best of what the Secret Intelligence Service stands for – integrity, courage, and an unwavering commitment to protecting this country and its people. “Britain has lost an exceptional public servant. My thoughts are with Lady Younger and their family. W”Sir Alex served as head of Britain’s…