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Booker Prize nominee praises his school teachers
Luke Kennard, who grew up in Chard, is shortlisted for the award for his novel Black Bag.
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‘Stern, sensuous, almost kissable lips’: why sculptures can have far more power when they’re broken
From a pharoah’s pout to a Mussolini with a hole in the head, a new exhibition is exploring how some ancient fragments speak more profoundly than fully intact treasures The nose of…
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Why Salisbury are 'bigger than many Premier League teams' in Kuwait
Sixth-tier Salisbury FC have a unique relationship with Kuwait, where they are regarded as "bigger than many Premier League" clubs.
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Dennis Haskins, US actor who played Mr Belding in Saved by the Bell, dies aged 75
Agent calls death of Haskins, who played the school principal in three programs, ‘a tragic loss’ The US actor Dennis Haskins – most known for co-starring in the popular Saved by the Bell…
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It was a ghost town of three people. So how did Luckenbach rival Nashville as the heartland of country music?
In 1971, self-appointed mayor Hondo Crouch turned the Texan town into a rural respite for country stars. Soon it was immortalised in chart-topping songs – and became a symbol of a simpler…
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David Squires on … the Manchester City verdict and Nations League tensions
Our cartoonist on the Premier League’s ruling finally being revealed and Israel v Republic of Ireland Buy a cartoon | Some of David’s favourite works And his latest book, Chaos in the Box…
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How important is a fast start for teams chasing the Premier League title?
Manchester City have kicked off the campaign with five victories in a row but the title race is a marathon not a sprint By Opta Analyst The first international window gives us time to take…
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Man Utd do not deserve Man City titles - Rooney
Wayne Rooney says Man Utd do not "deserve" to be awarded Premier League titles if rivals Man City are stripped of them.
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Preston return 'surreal' and 'special' - Alexander
New Preston North End boss Graham Alexander says he feels like he has come home after returning to his old club as manager.
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Australia go down fighting to Brazil in fiery 4-2 friendly defeat
Socceroos led 2-1 with goals from Metcalfe and Circati Two late goals sealed win for five-time world champions SUNCORP STADIUM, Brisbane – His first touch taking the ball goalward…
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Turkish referees' chief arrested in corruption investigation
The head of Turkey's referees' committee is detained along with six others as part of an investigation into corruption. head of Turkey’s referees committee, is among seven people detained…
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Gisele Pelicot rape case to be told in London play
Thirty actors will take part in the documentary-style performance based on documents from the trial.
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Senate passes bipartisan Protect College Sports Act amid ‘chaos’ in industry
College sports have been upended by athlete payments Critics say legislation does not go far enough The Senate passed a sweeping bipartisan bill on Monday that would regulate college sports…
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Toone and Kelly miss out on Lionesses squad
Manchester United midfielder Ella Toone misses out on selection for England's Women's World Cup qualifying matches this month.
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Taylor Swift dominated the VMAs, but do music videos still matter?
Cinematographer Melissa Cofie says their purpose has evolved with the growth of platforms like TikTok.
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Former world snooker champion Dott jailed for child sexual abuse
The 49-year-old was found guilty of two charges of lewd and libidinous behaviour towards a girl and a boy between 1993 and 2010.
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Red Roses to return to Sunderland for Women's Six Nations
England will return to Sunderland's Stadium of Light – the venue for their record-breaking Women's Rugby World Cup opener – for the 2027 Six Nations.
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Keenum stars on return in Bears win over the Eagles
The Chicago Bears put 27 points past the Philadelphia Eagles as they secured a 27-7 victory in game week three, as veteran quarterback Case Keenum makes his first appearance since 2023.
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‘If we’re unhealthy, it is a reflection of an unhealthy democracy’: Sarah Jones puts America on the therapy couch
Playing 19 characters in 100 minutes, the Tony award winner takes the temperature of the nation in America, Who Hurt You? “We’re in a timeline that even Margaret Atwood , George Orwell or…
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Sam Gough’s journey from being ‘a hazard’ at PE to becoming Para Lionesses captain
One of the best strikers in the world, the Scot talks about her career in blind football and the Euros Helga has spotted a pigeon just outside the changing rooms at Poltonhall Sports…
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'I still feel as fast as anybody' - Alonso on why he's staying in F1
Fernando Alonso commits to staying in Formula 1 with Aston Martin for at least one more year. - and explains why to BBC Sport.
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Rank the biggest scandals in Test cricket history
As memories of sandpapergate are rekindled by Australia's upcoming tour of South Africa, rank the biggest scandals in Test cricket's history.
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Celine Dion kicks off Paris Fashion Week with surprise performance
The singer appeared at the end of L'Oreal's annual show as the French fashion bonanza kicked off.
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Top 14 award winner Willis reiterates desire to play Test rugby
Jack Willis, who last played for England at the 2023 Rugby World Cup, retains his award as the best player in France.
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