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Rangers sign Oliver Antman from Go Ahead Eagles: £3m deal, instant impact on debut
Aug, 30 2025

Rangers sign Oliver Antman from Go Ahead Eagles: £3m deal, instant impact on debut

Rangers have signed Finnish winger Oliver Antman from Go Ahead Eagles for an initial £3m on a four-year deal. The 23-year-old becomes the club’s ninth summer signing after a standout Eredivisie season with 6 goals and 15 assists. He debuted less than 24 hours after joining, winning a penalty and assisting in a 3-0 win over Viktoria Plzeň. The move is a record sale for Go Ahead Eagles.

Fernando Alonso’s race awareness stunned F1 team boss: 'Jenson couldn’t do that'
Aug, 29 2025

Fernando Alonso’s race awareness stunned F1 team boss: 'Jenson couldn’t do that'

An F1 team boss recalls how Fernando Alonso predicted a Safety Car at Montreal while leading by 25 seconds—because he was watching the big screens mid-race. The memories highlight Alonso’s spare mental capacity, sharp tactics, and relentless recovery drives. Comparisons with Jenson Button underline how Alonso processed races differently under pressure.

F-35 crash in Alaska: Pilot spent 50 minutes on live call with engineers before ejecting
Aug, 29 2025

F-35 crash in Alaska: Pilot spent 50 minutes on live call with engineers before ejecting

A US Air Force F-35A pilot circled Eielson AFB for nearly an hour while on a live call with Lockheed Martin engineers, trying to fix a frozen landing gear system in -1°F conditions. The jet was destroyed after the pilot ejected safely. An Air Force probe found water in the hydraulic fluid—about one-third of the system—froze and jammed the gear, and said updated 2024 guidance likely would have prevented a second touch-and-go attempt.

Jacqueline Wilson interview headline circulates, but the MSN page is missing
Aug, 28 2025

Jacqueline Wilson interview headline circulates, but the MSN page is missing

A headline claiming Jacqueline Wilson said her mother never read her books has been shared widely, but the MSN page tied to it is unavailable. Here’s what can be confirmed about her background, what’s missing, why articles vanish online, and how to verify quotes when the original page is gone.

Calgary golf courses packed as heat warning drives surge in tee times
Aug, 28 2025

Calgary golf courses packed as heat warning drives surge in tee times

After a soggy July, Calgary’s municipal golf courses are now jammed as a heat warning pushes temperatures to 29–33°C. City officials say tee sheets are filling fast, with most days fully booked and singles snagging last‑minute gaps. The dry stretch is expected to continue through the week, with limited rain chances and a cooldown likely early next week.

Hotel boutiques are fashion’s hottest stockists: Inside hospitality’s retail play
Aug, 27 2025

Hotel boutiques are fashion’s hottest stockists: Inside hospitality’s retail play

Luxury hotels have quietly become serious fashion retailers. From curated lobbies to designer pop-ups, properties are turning shopping into an extension of the stay. The model mixes convenience, exclusivity, and local storytelling—and it’s paying off for both hotels and brands. Here’s how the strategy works, who’s winning, and what comes next.

Epping Bell Hotel wins right to challenge ruling that blocked asylum housing
Aug, 27 2025

Epping Bell Hotel wins right to challenge ruling that blocked asylum housing

The Bell Hotel in Epping has won permission to appeal a High Court ruling that blocked its use for asylum housing. The council argued the hotel’s use represented a new planning use without consent. The Home Office failed to intervene and was ordered to pay costs, but is also pursuing its own appeal. The case is now drawing in other councils considering similar legal moves.

Sainsbury's DEI push: 2028 targets, new programs, and what changes for staff and shoppers
Aug, 26 2025

Sainsbury's DEI push: 2028 targets, new programs, and what changes for staff and shoppers

Sainsbury's is putting diversity, equity and inclusion at the core of its strategy, with 2028 targets for senior leadership: 50% women and 15% ethnically diverse representation. The retailer is at 42% and 11.3% today. Programs include Accelerate YOU, pronouns and phonetics on badges, free period products, and a £1m supplier scheme for Black founders. It’s a mix of hiring changes, leadership accountability, store design, and product choices.

Ruben Amorim calls on Man United to 'grow up' after Fulham draw: five decisions under the spotlight
Aug, 25 2025

Ruben Amorim calls on Man United to 'grow up' after Fulham draw: five decisions under the spotlight

Manchester United let a 1-0 lead slip in a 1-1 draw with Fulham, prompting manager Ruben Amorim to urge his team to “grow up.” Here’s what went wrong on the touchline, why the game drifted, and how United can fix it fast. The performance raised questions about substitutions, structure, and late-game management.

Notting Hill Carnival 2025: Dates, Route, Events, Map and Essential Guide
Aug, 25 2025

Notting Hill Carnival 2025: Dates, Route, Events, Map and Essential Guide

Two million people, three miles of parade, and wall-to-wall sound systems: Notting Hill Carnival returns 23–25 August 2025. Here’s the full guide to dates, daily schedule, the parade route, maps, safety tips, and how to get around. From Panorama on Saturday to Family Day on Sunday and Adults Day on Monday, plan your weekend with confidence.