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No Wembley excuses for Spurs in Champions League says Pochettino
No Wembley excuses for Spurs in Champions League says Pochettino
Mauricio Pochettino insists Tottenham won’t be allowed to use their temporary move to Wembley as an excuse for failure in their Champions League opener against Monaco on Wednesday.
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Read More... Mourinho and Guardiola barbs down the years
Mourinho and Guardiola barbs down the years
Once upon a time, when their paths crossed at Barcelona, Jose Mourinho and Pep Guardiola got on quite well. But all that changed as they went on to become two of the most successful coaches...
Read More... Premiership chiefs call for rugby calendar change
Premiership chiefs call for rugby calendar change
Officials in charge of England's elite Premiership club competition on Thursday joined the calls for reform of what they say is an "unsustainable" international calendar.
Ever since rugby union...
Read More... Pakistan's one-day form a worry for Arthur
Pakistan's one-day form a worry for Arthur
Pakistan’s one-day form is a "real concern" to coach Mickey Arthur and the South African believes it could "take some time" to improve the team’s standing in white-ball cricket.
The 1992 world...
Read More... Great Britain aims to top London Olympic success
Great Britain aims to top London Olympic success
Great Britain can match its incredible track cycling haul from London four years ago, according to Joanna Rowsell-Shand, a member of the record-breaking women’s pursuit team in the Olympic velodrome.
The...
Read More... Police 'probe Wimbledon tennis poisoning claims'
Police 'probe Wimbledon tennis poisoning claims'
Police in London are investigating allegations that a young tennis player was poisoned while competing at this year's Wimbledon, a British newspaper reported on Thursday.
Gabriella Taylor, 18, withdrew...
Read More... Sprint champion Peacock selected to defend title in Rio
Sprint champion Peacock selected to defend title in Rio
British Paralympic sprint star Jonnie Peacock will defend his 100m title in the Paralympics in Rio after he gained selection for the team on Tuesday.
The 23-year-old -- one of 41 athletes...
Read More... Chelsea seal Kante capture from Leicester
Chelsea seal Kante capture from Leicester
Chelsea on Saturday announced the signing of Leicester City's all-action defensive midfielder N'Golo Kante on a five-year deal to become new boss Antonio Conte's second capture of the summer.
The fee...
Read More... Townsend pens Crystal Palace deal, Gayle joins Newcastle
Townsend pens Crystal Palace deal, Gayle joins Newcastle
Crystal Palace have signed England international winger Andros Townsend from Newcastle for a club record £13 million ($17m, 15.5m euros), the Premier League club confirmed on Friday.
The...
Read More... Newcastle swoop for Belgian keeper Sels
Newcastle swoop for Belgian keeper Sels
Newcastle United snapped up goalkeeper Matz Sels for a reported fee of £4.5 million (5.4 million euros) from Belgian side Gent on Wednesday.
The 24-year-old, voted goalkeeper of the year...
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Bear bone discovery re-writes human history in Ireland
Analysis of a bear bone found in an Irish cave has provided evidence of human existence in Ireland 2,500 years earlier than previously thought, academics announced Sunday. For decades, the earliest...Read More... -
Game over? Computer beats human champ in strategy challenge
In a milestone for artificial intelligence, a computer has beaten a human champion at a strategy game that requires "intuition" rather than brute processing power to prevail, its makers said Wednesday. Dubbed...Read More... -
Your tablet screen is brought to you with the aid of ... carrots
This Christmas, as consumers around the world hope Santa will give them a smartphone, TV or tablet computer, few people know that the lowly carrot inspired the liquid crystals at the core of such...Read More... -
Plague may have sickened humans far earlier than thought
The plague wiped out millions of people beginning in the sixth century and through medieval times, but a study Thursday suggests the illness may have existed thousands of years earlier. A DNA...Read More... -
After 100 years, Einstein's theory stands test of time
Albert Einstein's general theory of relativity is about to celebrate its 100th anniversary, and his revolutionary hypothesis has withstood the test of time, despite numerous expert attempts to find flaws. "Einstein...Read More... -
New Zealand to create massive marine sanctuary
New Zealand unveiled plans to create a South Pacific marine sanctuary the size of France, saying it would protect one of the world's most pristine ocean environments. Prime Minister John Key on...Read More... -
Climate negotiators 'frustrated' over snail's paceDiplomats tasked with forging a climate rescue pact expressed frustration Wednesday over the lagging progress, with only seven negotiating days left until a Paris conference which must seal the...Read More...
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Overweight in midlife may speed up Alzheimer's: studyBeing overweight at the age of 50 may speed the onset of Alzheimer's disease in old age, a study in the journal Molecular Psychiatry said Tuesday. A statistical comparison showed that every...Read More...
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Aspirin reduces bowel cancer risk in obese patients: studyBeing overweight more than doubles the risk of bowel cancer in people with a certain gene disorder, but a regular dose of aspirin can reverse the trend, a study found. The international study,...Read More...
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Extreme diving, crucial to Arctic researchHow do algae react to the warming of the Arctic Ocean? How is it affecting wildlife in the fjords? To find answers, researchers rely heavily on divers who brave the icy waters to gather samples. "Without...Read More...
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'Virtual orchestra' in London lets music fans experience being on stage
"You are sitting in the front row of the orchestra with the principal conductor Salonen conducting you," Luke Ritchie, the Philharmonia Orchestra's head of digital, told AFP. "We wanted you to hear...Read More... -
The magic is back: Harry Potter play hits London stage
Harry Potter fans were buzzing with excitement Saturday as "Harry Potter and the Cursed Child", a stage play that imagines the fictional boy wizard as a grown-up father of three, opened in London. After...Read More... -
Victor Nekrasov and the Babi Yar Massacre Commemoration by Victoria Khiterer
Recently a number of publications appeared in the Russian and Ukrainian press about Victor Nekrasov, devoted to the 105th anniversary of his birth on 17 June, 2016. He was remembered mostly...Read More... -
London's Tate Modern museum expands horizons
London's Tate Modern museum will this week unveil a vast pyramidal extension providing extra gallery space for the millions of guests who pour through its doors each year. The modern art museum...Read More... -
Harry Potter, now a dad, makes stage debut in London
Harry Potter makes his stage debut on Tuesday in a new London play that imagines the fictional boy wizard as a father of three, in the latest offshoot of the globally successful franchise. "Harry...Read More... -
Angelina Jolie named visiting professor of London university
Hollywood star and UN refugee agency envoy Angelina Jolie is to become a visiting professor at Britain’s prestigious London School of Economics, the university announced Monday. Jolie was named...Read More... -
From legend to history: China turns to mythical emperor
Scarves emblazoned with red dragons draped over their black business suits, Chinese officials lit incense and bowed solemnly at the feet of a mythical ancestor known as the Yellow Emperor. The avowedly...Read More... -
First South Korean wins Man Booker International Prize
South Korean author Han Kang won the Man Booker International Prize on Monday, sharing the £50,000 ($72,000, 63,500 euros) award with her translator -- who had only taught herself Korean three years...Read More... -
Robert De Niro plans luxury hotel in London
US actor Robert De Niro is involved in a project to build a new luxury hotel in the heart of London, he has revealed. The 83-room Wellington Hotel project, if approved, would be built in Covent...Read More... -
Jubilant Ukraine hails 'unbelievable' Eurovision victory
Jubilant Ukrainians erupted in celebration Sunday after Jamala won the Eurovision Song Contest with a powerful tribute to her Tatar people's deportation from Russian-annexed Crimea in 1944. "Yes!!!"...Read More... -
App aims to bring Shakespeare to new generation
A new iPad app intended to make William Shakespeare's works more accessible is being launched by actor Ian McKellen and director Richard Loncraine on Saturday, the 400th anniversary of the Bard's...Read More... -
Nude Donald Trump painting on show in London
An unflattering painting depicting a nude Donald Trump went on show in London this weekend having being censored in the United States, where its creator claims to have received a thousand death threats...Read More... -
Harper Lee hated Trump's Taj Mahal resort, letter reveals
Harper Lee, one of America's most celebrated novelists who died in February, thought Donald Trump's infamous Taj Mahal casino was hell on Earth, a stash of her private correspondence revealed Monday. The...Read More...
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5,500 UK-based finance firms could lose EU 'passporting' rights: regulator
The 'passport' rights allowing 5,500 British-based financial firms to operate freely across the European single market are at stake in the fallout...22 September 2016Read More...
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UK slams Hungary leaflet with London as 'no-go' zone
Britain has criticised Hungary's government for a leaflet being distributed there ahead of its referendum on EU migrant quotas which indicates parts...21 September 2016Read More...
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Britain approves Hinkley Point nuclear deal
Britain finally gave the go-ahead Thursday for Hinkley Point, its first nuclear plant in a generation, but set conditions to address concerns over...15 September 2016Read More... -
Suu Kyi, May discuss human rights
Aung San Suu Kyi on Tuesday met with British Prime Minister Theresa May during her first visit to London since becoming Myanmar’s de facto leader,...14 September 2016Read More... -
UK Faces Free Trade Headache
Britain’s desire to become a free trade leader following its vote to leave the European Union is seen as wishful thinking by experts, who say...13 September 2016Read More... -
Britain faces free trade headache after Brexit vote
Britain’s desire to become a free trade leader following its vote to leave the EU is seen as wishful thinking by experts, who say London’s hands...11 September 2016Read More... -
London mayor defends famed club Fabric's closure over drugs
London's mayor threw his support behind DJs and ravers on Wednesday by criticising the closure of the city's famed Fabric nightclub, after its licence...08 September 2016Read More... -
London stocks drop on strong pound
London's stock market fell Monday on a rallying pound, while eurozone indices lost earlier gains to close flat after a pre-weekend surge triggered...05 September 2016Read More... -
Shoes speak louder than skills in London's City, report says
Graduates applying for jobs in London's finance sector risk being overlooked if they wear brown shoes, a government-commissioned report into social...02 September 2016Read More... -
Sainsbury’s Nine Elms launches Waste less, Save more mission
On Saturday 10 and Sunday 11 September, Sainsbury’s Nine Elms will be holding a ‘Waste less, Save more’ event as part of the retailer’s...01 September 2016Read More... -
Applying for a job in London's finance sector? Don't wear brown shoes with a suit, as it means you don't 'fit'
Graduates applying for jobs in London's finance sector risk being overlooked if they wear brown shoes, a government-commissioned report into social...01 September 2016Read More... -
Teenager in court over deadly London knife attack on US tourist
A teenager accused of murdering a US tourist and injuring five others in a knife attack in central London made his first court appearance on Saturday...01 September 2016Read More... -
London's Notting Hill Carnival turns 50
Hundreds of thousands of revellers took to the streets to celebrate London's Notting Hill Carnival on Monday, as police made more than 400 arrests...31 August 2016Read More... -
Ecuador to let Sweden interview Assange at London embassy
Ecuador says it will let Swedish officials interview Julian Assange at its embassy in London, where the WikiLeaks founder has been sheltering for...29 August 2016Read More... -
Sainsbury’s Nine Elms Point Donates Refreshments and Treats to Local Community Concert Event
Sainsbury’s Nine Elms Point store donated water bottles, flavoured drinks, crisps, cups and plates to InHarmony Lambeth Community...28 August 2016Read More...
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In US visit, London mayor Khan criticizes Trump
Visiting London mayor Sadiq Khan criticized Republican presidential candidate Donald Trump's comments on Muslim immigration. Khan, who is of Pakistani...19 September 2016Read More...
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Fugitive Snowden urges Obama to pardon him
US intelligence whistleblower Edward Snowden called on President Barack Obama to pardon him, saying in comments published Tuesday it had been morally...14 September 2016Read More... -
Amnesty says Turkey coup attempt detainees being tortured
Human rights group Amnesty International said Sunday it had "credible evidence" of the abuse and torture of people detained in sweeping arrests since...24 July 2016Read More... -
Brexit would shut UK out of EU trade zone: Schaeuble
German Finance Minister Wolfgang Schaeuble on Friday issued a stark warning to Britain that it would face costly barriers to the European Union trade...13 June 2016Read More... -
Yellen confidence boosts Wall Street
Federal Reserve Chair Janet Yellen boosted Wall Street Friday, restating her confidence in the US economy but softening her view on interest...07 June 2016Read More... -
At least 41 killed in IS-claimed bombings on Yemeni forces
Twin bombings claimed by the Islamic State group hit Yemeni forces in Aden on Monday, killing at least 41 people in the latest of a spate of attacks...23 May 2016Read More... -
G7 warns over global economy as currency row flares
G7 finance ministers on Saturday voiced concern about the sputtering global economy as they looked for a plan to stoke growth, while a currency policy...21 May 2016Read More... -
French investigators to grill Paris attack suspect Abdeslam
French anti-terror judges will Friday begin their first questioning of Salah Abdeslam, a member of the jihadist cell which killed 130 people in a...20 May 2016Read More... -
EgyptAir says wreckage from plane found
EgyptAir said wreckage from its passenger plane that crashed into the Mediterranean on Thursday with 66 people on board has been found. "The...19 May 2016Read More... -
Turkey names new PM as Erdogan tightens grip
Turkey's ruling party named a loyal ally of President Recep Tayyip Erdogan as the new prime minister Thursday, with the incoming premier immediately...19 May 2016Read More... -
Venezuela protests against Maduro to test state of emergency
Protests were to take place across Venezuela on Wednesday against President Nicolas Maduro in the first challenge to sweeping powers he has decreed...18 May 2016Read More... -
Rosneft is taking a big risk
A few days ago it was announced that Rosneft would be making its first LNG delivery to Egypt. However, according to Russian Mass Media, this deal...18 May 2016Read More... -
Clinton claims Kentucky, Sanders takes Oregon in Democratic duel
Hillary Clinton claimed a narrow victory in Kentucky as she sought to put away Bernie Sanders, but her resilient rival for the Democratic presidential...18 May 2016Read More... -
Kabul locked down as minority Hazaras protest over power line
Afghanistan's capital was under lockdown Monday as thousands of minority Shiite Hazaras launched protests over a multi-million-dollar power transmission...16 May 2016Read More... -
CIA spy tip-off led to arrest of Mandela: report
A tip from a CIA spy to authorities in apartheid-era South Africa led to Nelson Mandela's arrest, beginning the leader's 27 years behind bars, a...16 May 2016Read More...
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Timbuktu recovers its mausoleums, risen from ruins
Mali's fabled city of Timbuktu on Thursday celebrated the recovery of its historic mausoleums, destroyed during an Islamist takeover of northern Mali...06 February 2016Read More...
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Florida Indian tribe's last alligator wrestler bows outOn billboards across the Florida Everglades, a burly Native American man pries open an alligator's mouth, pressing his face dangerously close...06 January 2016Read More...
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Bubbling up: Italy's other FerrariItalians call it a brindisi, the celebratory clinking of glasses to mark a special occasion. And if the occasion is really special, there is...07 December 2015Read More...
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Facebook to block access to non-members in BelgiumFacebook on Wednesday said it would block access to its website by non-members in Belgium, as it battles a court order to stop tracking Internet...03 December 2015Read More...
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Anti-war protesters march in London on eve of Syria strikes voteThousands of protesters gathered in central London on Tuesday in an effort to stop Britain joining air strikes on Islamic State targets in Syria, a day...02 December 2015Read More...
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Weekly sex makes for happy couples: US studyHow much sex is enough? Just once a week is all it takes for optimal happiness among married heterosexual couples and those in long-term relationships,...18 November 2015Read More...
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Coffee-drinkers less likely to die from certain diseasesPeople who report drinking three to five cups of coffee per day are less likely to die prematurely from heart disease, suicide, diabetes or Parkinson's...17 November 2015Read More...
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