Thames Valley will play host to the first UK Ekiden, a popular Japanese long-distance relay race. The competition, sponsored by The Financial Times (FT) and Asian news media Nikkei FT, will begin on 24 June and will follow a 76 mile (122km) route from Oxford to Windsor along the Thames Path. Nineteen teams, including one...
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English football players are more hype than talent
THE EDITOR, Madam: Many of us who in our late 40s and early 50s were around when England won there first FIFA World Cup. Many have supported the team, nevertheless, and are hoping that one day they will win world and bring pride and joy to the people of England and the entire United Kingdom....
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Photos: Beautiful and strange, hats impress at Royal Ascot horse race
The highly anticipated and prestigious annual Royal Ascot horse race drew a crowd adorned in their most elegant attire, featuring a stunning array of fine frocks and an impressive assortment of hats in varying hues and heights. The presence of royalty added to the grandeur of the event, with Camilla gracing the occasion in a...
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How to watch Euro 2024 for free: Live streams, TV channels, full schedule & more | Sporting News United Kingdom
Euro 2024 will pit Europe’s top national sides against each other in a month-long tournament that kicked off in Germany on June 14. The hosts had not played a competitive match since their group stage exit at the 2022 FIFA World Cup prior to beating Scotland 5-1 in the opener and they face challenges from...
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Netherlands vs. France prediction, odds, betting tips and best bets for Euro 2024 group match | Sporting News United Kingdom
One of the biggest matchups of the Euro 2024 group stage will take place Friday, June 21, in Leipzig as second-ranked France match up against seventh-ranked Netherlands in Group D play. The heavyweight matchup will be missing its biggest star — at least from the start — as Kylian Mbappe is a substitute because of a broken...
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8 hidden gems in Europe to explore this summer including pretty islands
While Paris and Rome are popular destinations known for their incredible architecture and rich history, they can be inundated with tourists during the summer. Rather than visiting busy holiday spots this summer, why not choose a destination off the beaten track instead? The beauty of visiting a hidden gem is you’re more likely to have...
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Exhibition on the Designers Behind Princess Diana’s and Mick Jagger’s Clothes Is Extended
LONDON — “Fashion City: How Jewish Londoners Shaped Global Style” at the Museum of London Docklands is being extended to July 7 due to its popularity. The exhibition is a celebration of the Jewish community’s contribution to the British fashion industry and highlights women’s and menswear designers, as well as milliners. The showcase was curated...
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F1 Spanish GP qualifying – Start time, how to watch & more
Hamilton was the fastest driver on what was a relatively straightforward Friday, with the only interruption coming when red flags were shown to allow marshals to recover some debris in FP1. McLaren’s Lando Norris had edged the opening session and ended the day third, just 0.055s back from Hamilton’s 1m13.264s effort – the pair split...
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UK PM Sunak ‘incredibly angry’ over allegations of illegal bets on election date by Conservatives
British Prime Minister Rishi Sunak said he was angry to learn of allegations that Conservative politicians bet on the U.K.’s election date, and that anyone who used inside information to do so “should face the full force of the law” and be expelled from his party. Parliamentary elections are to be held on July 4,...
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Reverse logistics solution firm ReturnBear announces expansion into United Kingdom market — Retail Technology Innovation Hub
ReturnBear’s network gives brands access to package free, label free, instant refund locations (backed by human return verification to protect retailers from returns fraud). Starting with ten locations in Canada in 2022, it has expanded to offer brands access to 1,000+ Canadian locations, with two processing hubs in Canada and the United States, respectively. Its...
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Suspects Arrested Over Alleged $1.2B Illegal Crypto Business By United Kingdom’s FCA
The Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) and the Metropolitan Police Service in the United Kingdom have arrested two individuals suspected of running an unregistered crypto asset exchange worth over 1 billion British Pounds ($1.2 billion). What Happened: The operation highlights the FCA’s commitment to combating financial crimes and ensuring the integrity of the UK’s financial system....
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King Charles III takes the reins at Royal Ascot | CNN
Editor’s Note: This is a version of CNN’s Royal News, a weekly dispatch bringing you the inside track on Britain’s royal family. Sign up here. London CNN — Arriving in a horse-drawn open carriage, King Charles III and Queen Camilla attended Royal Ascot in style this week. Dressed in their finest frocks and wearing hats...