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Glasgow secures funding to become 2026 Commonwealth Games hosts after Victoria withdrawal due to costs | Athletics News

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Glasgow secures funding to become 2026 Commonwealth Games hosts after Victoria withdrawal due to costs | Athletics News

Glasgow to be named 2026 Commonwealth Games hosts after Australian state of Victoria withdrew as hosts last year, due to rising costs; Commonwealth Games Federation pledged a £100m investment while the UK government and Australian authorities also guaranteed support Last Updated: 17/09/24 2:10pm Glasgow hosted the 2014 Commonwealth Games, and is set to do so … Read more

French Authorities Confirm 8 Migrants Died In Channel Crossing Attempt

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French Authorities Confirm 8 Migrants Died In Channel Crossing Attempt

More than 22,000 migrants have arrived in England by crossing the Channel in 2024 (file). Lille, France: Eight migrants died early Sunday when their overcrowded vessel capsized while trying to cross the Channel from France to England, French authorities said, less than two weeks after the deadliest such disaster this year.   The French and … Read more

Central heating can worsen health conditions as people urged stop

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Central heating can worsen health conditions as people urged stop

Maintaining warmth in winter is vital as we all know as temperatures drop. However, central heating may affect our health, especially for those with conditions such as asthma and eczema. To help, Dr Neel Patel , a General Practitioner at LloydsPharmacy Online Doctor, has provided recommendations for safeguarding your health during the colder months. So … Read more

UK to expand Electronic Travel Authorisation (ETA) scheme to all travellers, including Australians

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UK to expand Electronic Travel Authorisation (ETA) scheme to all travellers, including Australians

Australian travellers will soon have to seek permission to enter the United Kingdom under changes designed to strengthen border security. Under the scheme first launched last November, those intending to travel to the UK who do not require a visa would need permission to travel before arrival, in the form of an Electronic Travel Authorisation … Read more

Ugandan Olympic runner Rebecca Cheptegei dies after alleged petrol attack | Athletics News

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Ugandan Olympic runner Rebecca Cheptegei dies after alleged petrol attack | Athletics News

This article contains references that some may find distressing; Ugandan runner Rebecca Cheptegei dies after petrol attack, allegedly by former boyfriend; Cheptegei finished 44th in women’s marathon at 2024 Summer Olympic Games in Paris Last Updated: 05/09/24 8:26am Ugandan runner Rebecca Cheptegei has died at the age of 33 after reportedly being attacked by her … Read more

Oasis reunion tour: Band shares ticket resale warning to fans after scalpers charge thousands for early release

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Oasis reunion tour: Band shares ticket resale warning to fans after scalpers charge thousands for early release

Oasis has warned fans not to buy tickets through unofficial agencies after early release tickets for its reunion tour emerged online with eye-watering price tags. The band tweeted reselling tickets could breach the terms and conditions, which means they will not be honoured at the door. The iconic UK rock band is set to play … Read more

Head chef Mussie Imnetu fighting for life after attack near Notting Hill Carnival

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Head chef Mussie Imnetu fighting for life after attack near Notting Hill Carnival

A head chef is fighting for life after being attacked near Notting Hill Carnival in London’s west on Monday night. Mussie Imnetu, 41, was found unconscious with a head injury in Queensway, Bayswater, just before 11.30pm. The Metropolitan Police said officers deployed as part of the Carnival policing operation attended and provided emergency first aid … Read more

Tennis Scores & Schedule

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Tennis Scores & Schedule

Tennis Scores & Schedule Skip to content Tennis in the Land powered by Rocket Mortgage WTA Tour / Women’s Singles / Semi Final Beatriz Haddad Maia (1) Katerina Siniakova (3) 6–3 2–6 6–2 Haddad Maia wins. Beatriz Haddad Maia of Brazil, seeded 1 defeats Katerina Siniakova of Czechia, seeded 3. 6-3, 2-6, 6-2 WTA Tour … Read more

Keely Hodgkinson: Team GB Olympic 800m champion ends season early with injury | Athletics News

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Keely Hodgkinson: Team GB Olympic 800m champion ends season early with injury | Athletics News

Team GB’s Olympic women’s 800m champion Keely Hodgkinson has ended her 2024 season early, announcing on her Instagram account that she had picked up an injury, preventing her from competing in September’s Diamond League meetings. By Ros Satar Last Updated: 22/08/24 8:12am Keely Hodgkinson won gold in the women’s 800m final at the Paris Olympics … Read more