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Liam Gallagher has made his thoughts on Sunday night’s World Cup final half-time show clear after it received a rather mixed review from football fans watching at home.Football’s showpiece occasion was transformed into an unprecedented entertainment spectacle as the first-ever World Cup final half-time show brought Madonna, Shakira, BTS, Justin Bieber, and Coldplay to the MetLife Stadium pitch during the Spain versus Argentina clash.The 11-minute performance, crafted by Coldplay’s Chris Martin, pushed the typically 15-minute interval to 27 minutes and 19 seconds.Madonna opened proceedings aboard a dune buggy driven through the stadium tunnels by Brazilian icons Ronaldo and Ronaldinho, performing…
Aldi is giving shoppers access to two viral food and drink trends this summer, and both launches are budget-friendly. The supermarket’s latest addition is a brand-new Deli American Style Pickle Dip, which has just landed in stores nationwide for 95p. The new product taps directly into the pickle obsession sweeping social media, where thousands of fans have been sharing everything from pickle-themed charcuterie boards to pickle margaritas. And that’s not all — the retailer has also brought back its famous ‘Chicken Wine’ in supersized magnum form, priced at just £11.99.The supermarket’s latest addition is a brand-new Deli American Style Pickle…
His mother was “distraught” on being told the truth, the court heard. The boy was referred to the Home Office National Referral Mechanism and it was concluded he had been a “victim of exploitation”.Siddiqi was spotted by police in Glasgow’s Castlemilk area on 19 September, where he was clutching two phones and seemed “nervous”.He tried to run off from officers but was caught. One constable was badly hurt during a struggle, suffering shoulder ligament damage.Police seized almost £3,000 of heroin on him, which had fallen out of his jacket during the tussle with police.Siddiqi complained that he had also been…
Phil McNulty, BBC Sport chief football writerMexico. The sheer passion and love for their team and football was incredible. Also such friendly, welcoming fans and people. Incredibly warm and gracious in defeat. We were in a restaurant in Mexico City the night before they played England, and an MC went around each table asking which country people were from. When we told them we were from England, it was announced to the rest of the diners, who burst into a spontaneous outbreak of applause.John Bennett, BBC World ServiceA word for the Curacao fans I was with inside the Philadelphia Stadium…
Salford have re-signed Warrington Wolves half-back Marc Sneyd on a deal to begin from next season.The 35-year-old joins for his third spell with the club having started his senior career with them in 2010 before returning in 2022.Sneyd joined the Wire in March 2025 on an 18-month deal when the formerly named Red Devils were enduring a financially troubled season which culminated in their relegation from Super League and subsequent takeover and rebranding late last year.”Timing was a big one for me. I spoke to Ryan [Brierley – CEO] and the coaches and their ambition really stood out,” he said.”The…
Europe’s biggest second-hand motorbike retailer has filed a notice of intention to appoint administrators, putting hundreds of jobs at risk.SuperBike Factory, which is headquartered in Cheshire, lodged the notice on July 17, securing temporary court protection from creditors while it explores its options.The company sells around 15,000 motorbikes each year through its network of six showrooms and its online platform.A notice of intention to appoint administrators does not mean a company has entered administration, but it provides temporary protection from creditor action while rescue or restructuring options are considered.The filing marks a significant setback for a business that grew from…
WATCH: Keir Starmer’s final speech as Prime Minister at Downing Street | GB NEWSSir Keir Starmer has delivered his final address to the nation from Downing Street as he steps down as Prime Minister.The outgoing leader declared his premiership a success and declared that “my work is done” in a short speech before assembled Cabinet Ministers, No10 staff and press. “It has been the privilege of my life to serve you and this great country as prime minister, and I am confident that Britain is now stronger and fairer than it was two years ago,” Sir Keir said. “I go…
Sir Keir Starmer has formally tendered his resignation as Prime Minister during a meeting with King Charles at Buckingham Palace.The outgoing PM arrived at the palace’s main quadrangle alongside his wife, Lady Victoria, entering through the luggage door owing to ongoing renovation works elsewhere in the building.Rather than the usual setting for such occasions, the pair were directed to the Chinese dining room. This was an unconventional choice of venue, though the ceremony itself adhered to longstanding constitutional tradition.Sir Keir Starmer has formally tendered his resignation as Prime Minister during a meeting with King Charles at Buckingham Palace. | PAThe…
Britain’s highest earners are paying an ever-greater share of the nation’s income tax bill, according to new HM Revenue and Customs (HMRC) figures.The latest data shows the wealthiest 10 per cent of workers now contribute 58.4 per cent of all income tax collected, up from 50.3 per cent at the turn of the millennium.Those earning £72,500 or more a year fall within the top 10 per cent of taxpayers.HMRC expects to collect £202billion in income tax from these earners during the current financial year, an increase of £156billion compared with the 1999-2000 financial year.After adjusting for wage inflation, the increase…
Roy Keane had the ITV studio in absolute stitches during the World Cup final halftime break with a typically mischievous one-liner about Shakira.The 54-year-old Manchester United legend was broadcasting from ITV’s rooftop studio beside the Brooklyn Bridge when he was asked what he made of the musical spectacle during Spain’s clash with Argentina.”It was a bit of an anti-climax, but I think the people in the stadium probably enjoyed it more than us,” Keane said. “But it’s always nice to see Shakira.”Roy Keane had the ITV studio in stitches with his Shakira quip | ITVThat was all it took. Gary…