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Antony equalised for Manchester United (Picture: Getty) Manchester United new boy Anthony made club history against Everton on Sunday, beating a record set by the likes of Zlatan Ibrahimovic and Romelu Lukaku. The Brazilian joined the Red Devils in an £85million deal in the dying days of the summer transfer window after handing in a transfer request at Ajax. The 22-year-old took little time to settle at Old Trafford, scoring on his debut in a 3-1 win against Arsenal. Antony’s impressed supporters with his work-rate and skillset, and a 25-yard stunning strike in defeat against Manchester City further displayed his…
To view this video please enable JavaScript, and consider upgrading to a web browser that supports HTML5 video BBC News viewers were left stunned as they watched a reporter being forced to take cover as a missile hit during his live broadcast from Ukraine. Hugo Bachega was on the ground in Kyiv on Monday morning, reporting on the aftermath of the explosion of Kerch Bridge, which connects Russia and Crimea. Shortly after 6am BST, Bachega was delivering a news report when he suddenly heard a missile flying loudly overhead. The journalist was visibly concerned as he looked up towards the…
Judith will not be returning to the Channel 5 quiz show (Picture: REX) Judith Keppel has confirmed her retirement from Channel 5 quiz show Eggheads after 19 years. The 80-year-old, who was one of the original Eggheads, joined the long-running programme in 2003 after becoming the first Who Wants To Be A Millionaire? winner, gambling her way up after losing all three lifelines. The beloved quiz show, which saw wannabe quiz whizzes facing off against a team of championship players, was given a new lease of life on the broadcaster following its axe on the BBC after 17 years. ‘I…
ONE person is dead and six more injured after a car ploughed into revellers drinking outside two bars at a Spanish holiday hotspot. Police arrested the driver, who was just released from prison, fo…
Daniel Ricciardo has started 228 F1 races so far (Photo: Getty) Daniel Ricciardo appears to have conceded that he won’t be a Formula 1 driver in 2023 but has vowed to return to the grid in 2024. Last Saturday, ahead of qualifying for the Japanese Grand Prix, it was confirmed that Pierre Gasly would be moving from AlphaTauri to Alpine, with Formula E champion and Mercedes reserve driver Nyck de Vries taking his place at the Red Bull sister team. ‘Driving for a team that has French roots is something very special,’ Gasly said. ‘I know the strengths of Alpine…
At least four explosions were heard around 8.30am local time, causing panic among residents.
Stefan Sylvestre was out on licence but now faces more jail time after going missing following his release on parole.
The fifth series of the popular royal drama launches on Netflix on November 9.
Several Ukrainians died on Monday morning after Russia unexpectedly fired missiles on the capital of Kyiv.
To view this video please enable JavaScript, and consider upgrading to a web browser that supports HTML5 video Madonna sure knows how to cause a stir among her fans and has done exactly that in her latest TikTok video about her sexuality. The Like A Virgin singer was in a playful mood over the weekend and took part in a popular trend on the social media app, which sees her attempting to throw a pair of knickers into a bin. If she misses, it apparently means she is gay and, well, Madonna didn’t exactly practice her aim before shooting the…
The Ukrainian capital has avoided attacks for months (Picture: @nexta_tv) A number of people have reportedly been killed and injured as Kyiv is shelled in a suspected ‘revenge’ attack from Russia. Blasts rocked the Ukrainian capital early on Monday following months of relative calm in the area. The targets appear to be more central than before, with explosions reported in the city’s Shevchenko district – which includes the historic old town as well as several government offices. Lesia Vasylenko, a member of Ukraine’s parliament, posted a photo on Twitter showing that at least one explosion occurred near the main building…
Ant Middleton claims Matt Hancock could go far on Celebrity SAS (Picture: REX/Channel 4) Ant Middleton insists he would be on Matt Hancock’s ‘case’ after spotting a major faux pas in his workout routine. It was recently reported that the former health secretary could join the latest line-up of stars in the gruelling Channel 4 series, which is also rumoured to include former Pop Idol star Gareth Gates, and Towie’s James Argent. A spokesperson for Mr Hancock said in a statement sent to Metro.co.uk: ‘Matt gets a huge number of offers and is asked to appear on TV shows all the…
Time to add in actives (Picture: Getty) Skincare doesn’t have a hard and fast rule book, but turning 30 is often seen as the age to become more diligent with smart ingredients. So why does entering your fourth decade matter so much when looking at skin health? Victoria Evans, education manager at Dermalogica UK, says: ‘From the age of 30 the natural ageing process kicks in. ‘It’s estimated we start to lose 1% of our collagen per year from the age of 30 and our skin cell renewal rate starts to slow. ‘This impacts skin’s ability to retain moisture, firmness…
MULTIPLE explosions have been heard in the Ukrainian capital Kyiv this morning. Two blasts rocked the city shortly after 8am local time (6am BST). The BBC reported the missiles have hit more centra…
Britain is no longer the key humanitarian player and ‘great ally’ it once was, says envoy trying to get support for Somalia’s droughtThe UK has lost its leadership role in the world and is letting down its allies, a senior official in the Somali government has said.Abdirahman Abdishakur Warsame, the presidential envoy for Somalia’s drought response, said Britain used to be second only to the US as a key player in international forums and advocacy, but has since slipped, saying that countries such as Somalia were being left without support to face “the new climate reality”. Continue reading…
Exclusive: Environment minister seeks to expand definition of prime farmland in drive for productivityMinisters are planning to ban solar farms from most of England’s farmland, the Guardian can reveal.The new environment secretary, Ranil Jayawardena, is understood to oppose solar panels being placed on agricultural land, arguing that it impedes his programme of growth and boosting food production. Continue reading…
‘Debt is a suffocating feeling’ (Picture: Getty Images) It is no shock to learn that the cost of living crisis is affecting people’s mental health, but a recent report from the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP) has shed light on just how bad it is. In a survey of 2,983 therapists, three-quarters (75%) agreed that the public’s mental health has declined since 2021. Of those, 88% list the cost-of-living crisis as a key cause. A majority (seven in 10) of therapists report increases in clients presenting with depression in the past year. They’ve also noticed more patients dealing…
It can be tricky to know what to say (Picture: Getty Images/iStockphoto) There’s no denying that conversations about cancer can be difficult. But, considering one in two of us will get cancer in our lifetime, it’s vital that we get them right. Often, there are the right things to say and the wrong things to say. However, with cancer being such a highly emotional and life-altering topic, it can be hard to know which is which. To help us progress in the dialogue around cancer, we’ve asked people who have lived with, or are currently living with cancer, about what…
Ordinary community members who helped emergency services remove rubble and search for survivors have been praised. Ordinary community members who helped emergency services remove rubble and search for survivors have been praised.
Danish Crown Prince Frederik was absent from talks between his mother Queen Margrethe II and his brother Prince Joachim about the stripping of titles, according to the royal household.
Lizzo appears to have responded to Kanye West (Picture: Getty / REX) Lizzo is pretty much fed up with everyone talking about her body. The About Damn Time singer appeared to fire back at Kanye West – and other critics – during her latest tour show just days after the rapper made comments about her weight. In his recent interview with Fox News’ Tucker Carlson, Kanye, 45, said the media’s apparent promotion of obesity was ‘demonic’ and believed that it was part of a plan for ‘genocide of the Black race’. During her show in Toronto, Canada on Friday, Lizzo…
First Minister Nicola Sturgeon has been criticised for saying Scottish independence will be the best way for the UK to strengthen its partnership.
Exclusive: Simon Clarke hopes to win over blue wall Tories by ending new-home targets as well as green and affordability rulesSimon Clarke, the levelling up secretary, threatens to reignite the feud over housebuilding within the Conservative party with a significant “planning reset” that could water down environmental protections and affordable home requirements across England.The latest in Liz Truss’s string of supply side reforms – nicknamed “Operation Rolling Thunder” in Whitehall – is slated to be launched by Clarke within weeks, and is expected to see him argue for a flurry of housing development as part of the government’s “dash for…
