Surrey school rated ‘Inadequate’ using ‘robust’ measures to tackle challenges under new head teacher

A Surrey secondary school previously rated Inadequate by Ofsted inspectors has undergone ‘robust’ changes in order to raise its profile. However, despite work labelled as ambitious by inspectors, the school has much more work to do. Sunbury Manor...

England’s Elliott Anderson: Top Player to Watch at the 2026 World Cup

Following England’s 5-0 away victory over Latvia, the Three Lions ensured their qualification for the 2026 World Cup. One of the breakout stars of their 2026 World Cup qualification campaign was Nottingham Forest’s Elliott Anderson, who recently...

200 niche, surprising and mind-blowing football facts to help you ace pub quizzes

Want some incredible football facts? We've got you covered. Whether you're revising for a pub quiz, bored at work or looking for something to read on the loo, we've got facts on all facets of the beautiful game. So strap in for a long, old ride –...

X-VPN expands to 44 European countries to address data sovereignty challenges

As Europe enforces the AI Act, NIS2, and GDPR, the demand for infrastructure that balances performance, privacy, and compliance is stronger than ever. VPNs are shifting from consumer convenience tools to critical components of the digital...

Duke Buchan Sworn In as US Ambassador to Morocco, to Arrive in Rabat Soon

Rabat – The US Embassy in Rabat announced on Wednesday that Ambassador Duke Buchan was officially sworn in yesterday as the United States Ambassador to Morocco. “He looks forward to arriving in Rabat soon to advance and strengthen the longstanding...

Russia Adopts Decree Allowing Quick Sale of Seized Assets from ‘Unfriendly’ Parties

The Russian president recently issued Decree No. 693 titled On Certain Specifics for the Sale of Property Held in Federal Ownership (Decree 693). Decree 693 is part of Russia’s broader countersanctions measures and allows the government to...

England's World Cup starts here - but there are questions Thomas Tuchel must answer

The first phase of the Thomas Tuchel era is complete. England sealed World Cup qualification on Tuesday night in Riga with a 5-0 win against Latvia, their sixth straight win in Group K. They have not even conceded a goal. Behind Spain, they are...

Hugo Broos Leads Bafana Bafana Back To The FIFA World Cup After 24 Years

BLOEMFONTEIN, SOUTH AFRICA - SEPTEMBER 09: South Africa players celebrate during the 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifier match between South Africa and Nigeria at Toyota Stadium on September 09, 2025 in Bloemfontein, South Africa. (Photo by Charlé...

Dubai court criticises BR Shetty's 'parade of lies' as it orders $46m payment

A Dubai International Finance Centre (DIFC) court has ordered NMC Healthcare founder and former chief executive BR Shetty to pay $46 million to State Bank of India after ruling that he lied under oath about signing a personal guarantee for a $50...

UNGA latestNetanyahu says genocide charges are 'baseless'

Friday, September 26 Morning: Israel, Netherlands, China, Thailand, India, Mauritius, Luxembourg, Armenia, Ireland, Georgia, Japan, Italy, Nepal, Pakistan, Malta, Bhutan, Spain, Bangladesh. Afternoon: Lesotho, Greece, Cabo Verde, Bulgaria, Saint...

UNGA latestNetanyahu addresses UN with speakers broadcasting speech in Gaza

Friday, September 26 Morning: Israel, Netherlands, China, Thailand, India, Mauritius, Luxembourg, Armenia, Ireland, Georgia, Japan, Italy, Nepal, Pakistan, Malta, Bhutan, Spain, Bangladesh. Afternoon: Lesotho, Greece, Cabo Verde, Bulgaria, Saint...

Oil posts biggest weekly gain in three months as pressure rises on Russia

Oil prices settled more than 1 per cent higher on Friday and posted their biggest weekly gains since June as US President Donald Trump increased pressure on buyers of Russian oil and Ukraine carried out new attacks on Moscow's energy...

Gerard Piqué’s little-known business empire expands quietly in Madrid

Gerard Piqué in Bangkok. Credit: mooinblack - Shutterstock Gerard Pique, the former FC Barcelona and Spanish national team star, has ventured into a lesser-known business in Madrid by expanding his entrepreneurial portfolio way beyond the sports...

Preview: Latvia vs England - prediction, team news, lineups

Sports Mole previews Tuesday's World Cup Qualifying - Europe clash between Latvia and England, including predictions, team news and possible lineups. The Daugava Stadium in Riga could be the site of England's World Cup 2026 qualification party on...

The case for Palestinian statehood is stronger than ever

In a notable development at the 80th session of the United Nations General Assembly, several countries, including France, Luxembourg, Malta, Monaco, Andorra, and Belgium, have formally recognised the State of Palestine. This follows announcements...

Why Aldeguer is Ducati's obvious next Marquez

Ducati goes into this weekend's Australian Grand Prix with its new MotoGP champion Marc Marquez sidelined and back in crisis mode with his past champion team-mate Pecco Bagnaia. But its faith in the man who may well be its next champion - Gresini...

It had to be Trump.. and that’s embarrassing

On Thursday night, a federal judge temporarily blocked Trump’s deployment of National Guardsmen to Chicago – though the 7th circuit court of appeals ruled on Saturday that the troops from Texas could stay in Elwood, Illinois. On Friday, soldiers...

Fans loathe dull international breaks — here’s the solution

So what did the manager expect? Hosannas, garlands? It was Wales, at home. In 104 meetings with England, Wales have won 14. They haven’t scored against England since 2016, haven’t won a game since 1984, haven’t won on English soil since 1977....

Highlights for Slovenia 0-0 Switzerland in 2026 FIFA World Cup Qualifiers Match

Thanks! And that's all for now! Thank you so much for tuning in for another World Cup Qualifying match. Stay tuned for the repercussions of this game and the upcoming matches. Good afternoon, and see you next time! END OF MATCH In a match that...

Historic Ceasefire Ushers in Fragile Hope for Gaza Amid Global Push for Palestinian Statehood

Jerusalem, October 13, 2025 – In a dramatic turn amid the ruins of a two-year conflict that has scarred the Middle East, U.S. President Donald Trump arrived in Israel on Monday to a hero's welcome, declaring the "long and painful nightmare" of the...