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Crystal Palace's European hangover continues with second-half collapse
9+ min ago (124+ words) Manchester United came from behind to beat Crystal Palace, whose poor form after Conference League games continued on Sunday afternoon. Crystal Palace vs Manchester United LIVE: Premier League latest score, match stream and goal updates Crystal Palace 1-1 Man Utd: Zirkzee equalises with fine finish - LIVE Arsenal XI vs Chelsea: Predicted lineup, confirmed team news, injury latest today Arsenal XI vs Chelsea: Predicted lineup and confirmed team news What time is Qatar Grand Prix 2025 today? Grid order, weather forecast and how to watch F1 race live What time is Qatar Grand Prix 2025? Grid order and how to watch today Chelsea XI vs Arsenal: Predicted lineup, confirmed team news, injury latest today Chelsea XI vs Arsenal: Predicted lineup and confirmed team news...
Women over 50 say friendship brings more joy than romance
16+ min ago (681+ words) Women over 50 in the UK say close female friendships bring them more joy than romantic relationships, according to new research that highlights the lifelong value of these bonds. More than a quarter of women aged 50 to 90 (26 per cent) say their friendships with other women make them happier than love or romance, while almost a quarter (23 per cent) would turn to a close friend first for emotional support ahead of a partner or family member. Fifteen per cent say they have more regrets about friendship break-ups than romantic ones. The findings come from a survey commissioned by Wooga, creators of the mystery-solving mobile game June's Journey, which explored the role of female friendship in happiness, resilience and identity. The research, carried out by OnePoll in October 2025, surveyed 1,000 women aged 50 to 90 across the UK. The study found that the average close female…...
Chelsea player ratings: James shines in midfield as Caicedo lets side down
30+ min ago (583+ words) Ten-man Chelsea earned a creditable point from their home meeting with Arsenal on Sunday afternoon. A gritty London derby had an extra edge once Moises Caicedo was sent off in the first half for a studs-up challenge on Mikel Merino. But it was Chelsea who took the lead at Stamford Bridge against the league leaders when Trevoh Chalobah headed home from a corner. However, Merino levelled things up for Arsenal, with Chelsea holding on to claim a 1-1 draw that keeps them third in the Premier League. Standard Sport's Dom Smith was at Stamford Bridge to run the rule over the Chelsea players' performances" Made a fine stop to deny Gabriel Martinelli before half-time. Displayed good distribution. Did a good job at right-back, where he was up to the defensive task but also provided an attacking outlet going forward. Irritated Enzo…...
Danger to life warning in Wales as areas may see nearly a month of rain in a day
32+ min ago (762+ words) An amber warning signalling possible "danger to life" in parts of Wales has been extended, with nearly a month's worth of rain forecast to fall in 24 hours. It runs from midnight to 11.59pm on Monday and says "fast flowing or deep floodwater is possible, which could cause a danger to life" in the majority of South Wales. Yellow rain warnings have also been issued in parts of England and Wales from the early hours of Monday to 3am on Tuesday, as well as for most of Monday in south-west Scotland. Forecasters predict 120mm of rain could fall in the highest ground of Wales' amber warning zone while 20mm to 40mm is expected widely and up to 80mm is likely in hilly parts. Records show the quantity of rain forecast on Monday has previously triggered landslides in Wales, a British Geological Survey spokesperson said. Monday could be…...
Liverpool XI vs West Ham: Starting lineup and confirmed team news
47+ min ago (495+ words) Liverpool have benched Mohamed Salah for today's Premier League showdown with West Ham. The Reds legend has come in for plenty of criticism during their recent nightmare run of results and drops out of the team in east London as the under-fire Arne Slot makes four changes, including the return of Florian Wirtz. The "116million summer signing sat out reeling Liverpool's embarrassing home defeats by Nottingham Forest and PSV Eindhoven with a knock sustained while playing for Germany during the international break. In a boost for the Reds, the attacking midfielder proved his fitness in training on Saturday and starts at the London Stadium. Speaking in his pre-match press conference on Thursday, Slot said of Wirtz: "Florian will have his final day of rehab tomorrow. "So, if that all goes well, he could train with the team on Saturday." Elsewhere, Hugo…...
West Ham lead tributes to 'lion-hearted leader' after Billy Bonds death
54+ min ago (472+ words) West Ham have led tributes to "lion-hearted leader" Billy Bonds, following the club legend's death on Sunday. Bonds is the Hammers' all-time record appearance holder, playing 799 games during 21 seasons at the club. As captain, he led West Ham to FA Cup glory in 1974 and 1980. Bonds became West Ham manager in 1990, leading them to promotion to the First Division in 1991 and the Premier League in 1993. In a heartfelt statement confirming the news, West Ham hailed their "courageous, inspirational, lion-hearted leader" and "one of the greatest competitors English football has ever seen". News broke on Sunday morning as Cole was on air, and the former Hammers star paid his respects to Bond. Everything that's good about West Ham, Billy Bonds, that's him Speaking on TNT Sports, Cole said: "Billy Bonds was manager when I signed as a kid. He was really kind…...
Micheal Martin says ‘divisive’ proposal to rename Herzog Park must be withdrawn
56+ min ago (752+ words) A proposal to rename Herzog Park in Dublin "should be withdrawn in its entirety and not proceeded with, Ireland's premier Micheal Martin has said. The Office of the President of Israel expressed concern on Saturday over the proposed renaming of the park in south Dublin. It is named after Chaim Herzog, who was was born in Belfast and raised in Dublin. He was the sixth president of Israel between 1983 and 1993. On Monday, Dublin city councillors are expected to vote on a motion to rename the park. In'a statement on Sunday, Mr Martin said the proposal was "divisive and wrong. He said: "The proposal to rename Herzog Park should be withdrawn in its entirety and not proceeded with. "The proposal would erase the distinctive and rich contribution to Irish life of the Jewish community over many decades, including actual participation in…...
Revealed: West London authority using drones to 'spy' on residents
1+ hour, 4+ min ago (473+ words) A West London council is preparing to use drones to bolster its enforcement teams as local authorities across the country quietly build aerial surveillance fleets. A report by Hammersmith and Fulham council sets out plans to deploy drones to support its 70-strong "law enforcement team, which issued more than 2,200 fines in 2024. The aircraft will be used to target "anti-social behaviour and fly tipping, even though the borough sits in a "dangerous zone because of Heathrow air traffic and includes a flight restriction area due to Wormwood Scrubs Prison. The report says police "do not have sufficient officer numbers to provide a visible deterrent in all cases or take the desired action, adding that council drones and CCTV systems " some equipped with live AI facial recognition " can "help combat crime and anti-social behaviour. Privacy groups warn the growing use of drones…...
From tinned fish to hot honey — how Gen Z-coded is your food shop?
1+ hour, 6+ min ago (1201+ words) Every generation has its famous food fads. Boomers had prawn cocktails and jelly where it shouldn't be. Millennials got grief for popularising avocado toast, flat whites, kale and quinoa. Now Gen Z is in ascendance/to blame for all social ills, what with their love of eating dinner before 6pm. And while there's more subtlety to food and drink trends than simply the evolving palettes of the youth, it's interesting to consider how each generation gets identified with the ingredients that have become popular under their watch. Plus, with the cozzy livs still bearing down upon us, a bougie weekly shop has become the new status symbol. We may never be able to afford a house or to retire, ever, but we can splash out on a fancy item or two at the local independent deli. Here's a rundown of the…...
Snag Best Black Friday 2025 travel deals
1+ hour, 8+ min ago (1835+ words) The only thing more thrilling than booking a holiday is knowing you've managed to bag one at a knockout price. While there are a few flashpoints in the year when airlines cut their fares, increasingly, Black Friday is starting to eclipse them. If you're of an "experiences' rather than a "things' person, a Black Friday travel offer could be the most tantalising deal of all. While there are plenty of Black Friday fashion, beauty, homewares and tech discounts to snap up, this roundup focuses on arguably the biggest prize of all: ways to spend your precious annual leave. Black Friday 2025 is underway!: The best deals to get on sale today Your 2026 fitness goals start with these Black Friday deals on health and fitness essentials The 31 Best Amazon Black Friday deals right now: Up to 70% off on iPads, Echo, and Ninja…...