Microplastics may be linked to inflammatory bowel disease
Scientists from Nanjing Medical University in China, who conducted the study, said it is the first of its kind to demonstrate a link between microplastics and an…
Britain to consider fourth Covid vaccination as Israel and Germany press ahead with second booster
While the MHRA assesses whether the vaccine is safe and effective based on the evidence put before it, it is for the JCVI to decide whether it…
Princess Anne to miss Christmas with the Queen after her husband tests positive for Covid
Earlier this week, it was announced that the Queen would spend her first Christmas without her late husband, the Duke of Edinburgh, at Windsor. The monarch usually…
Duchess of Cambridge: Covid pandemic has made us realise how much we need each other
She said: “We’ve been through such a bleak time. We’ve seen so many challenges. We’ve lost our loved ones. We’ve seen our frontline workers under immense pressure,…
England must ditch their safety-first policy and learn to trust their spinners
“What’s the point?” That was the question posed by former England Test captain Nasser Hussain when broaching the topic of England’s spinners. What’s the point of being…
Michael Gove urges Ulster to end Kingspan sponsorship deal over role in Grenfell Tower disaster
Michael Gove has urged Ulster Rugby to follow the Mercedes Formula One team in ending their partnership with Kingspan due to the firm’s role in the Grenfell…
Alex Sanderson accuses third parties of trying to ‘destabilise’ Sale Sharks
When asked how he was finding the business side of the game in his first role as director of rugby, Sanderson said the emotional impact of pandemic…
Oldham Athletic’s owner will overturn supporter bans if they ‘apologise’ and behave ‘like proper fans’
Oldham Athletic’s controversial owner says he will overturn bans dished out to three supporters if they “apologise to everyone in the club” and start “behaving like proper…
Ferran Torres on verge of Barcelona move – and Man City could eventually recoup £55.2m
Ferran Torres is on the verge of joining Barcelona from Manchester City in a deal worth up to £55.2 million, money that the Premier League champions are…
England team for Boxing Day Test: The XI our writers would pick for Melbourne
If England are to take back the Ashes they must now win each of the last three Tests. This is, admittedly, unlikely. But if they are at…
Youngsters that may be playing for your Premier League club in the next few weeks
Jarrad Branthwaite, Anthony Elanga and Tyler Morton may be familiar names to some having all made an impact for their respective clubs in recent weeks, but who…
Human tackle dummies and G-force gumshields: Alex Dombrandt’s mission to become ‘defensive rock’
“We have a little bit of AstroTurf that runs through the gym and between your weights sets, when you are having a rest there is an opportunity…
Jofra Archer is England’s great missed opportunity – and they only have themselves to blame
It is not only Archer feeling the effects of England’s mismanagement of their fast bowlers. With Olly Stone admitting he is considering his future as a Test…
Lauren Price interview: I want to be the next Katie Taylor
It explains why, amid the celebrity glamour, she longed to return to training a fortnight ago and is happiest surrounded by the old boxing kit that lines…
Chelsea book place in Carabao Cup semi-final as weakened side has too much for Brentford
“A brilliant performance,” said Tuchel. “Very disciplined, very structured and within that, a lot of quality. Tottenham is nice for our fans, a derby, very difficult. We…
Premier League accused of putting players in danger as Steven Gerrard labels schedule ‘out of order’
The Premier League will face more furious responses from players and managers on Thursday over accusations of putting welfare at risk with its congested festive fixture list….
England consider Zak Crawley return with Mark Wood set to play Boxing Day Ashes Test
England are considering a recall for Zak Crawley as part of a rejigged top six for the make-or-break Boxing Day Ashes Test. Crawley has not played Test…
Antonio Conte’s Tottenham have formed an identity – but the squad remains in need of an upgrade
“We have only one way to improve our performance and the level at Tottenham at the moment,” said Conte. “We have to try to improve every single…
Tottenham and West Ham fans clash in ugly scenes before Spurs’ Carabao Cup quarter-final win
Spurs’ reward for winning the tie is another London derby, with them drawn to face Chelsea, the former club of their head coach Antonio Conte. “It would…
Liverpool complete remarkable comeback against Leicester as Diogo Jota seals dramatic penalty shootout win
All the suspicions that Klopp sees the Carabao Cup as a source of further fixture congestion more than a chance to add silverware were hastily reviewed, even…
Tracksuit tycoon Ashley gets Frasers in shape
Companies typically buy shares to reduce the number available to the public, which tends to push up the share price and is a way to return cash…
New Covid grants for hospitality – who is eligible and how to apply
Pubs, restaurants and leisure businesses will be eligible for one-off grants of up to £6,000 in a new package of measures announced by the Treasury. This comes…
Taylor Wimpey drops ‘unfair’ contracts that double ground rents every decade
Andrea Coscelli, chief executive of the Competition and Markets Authority, said: “This is a huge step forward for leaseholders with Taylor Wimpey, who will no longer be…
Chile’s new Left-wing leader fuels fears of disruption to global copper supplies
Meanwhile, the project has been marred by claims of corruption. It was reported that Chile’s outgoing President Piñera’s family secretly held a majority stake in the project…
Housebuilders got billions in taxpayer cash – they must end all their shoddy practices
If ever a company needed to change its corporate strapline it’s probably Taylor Wimpey. “We’re here to support you, every step of the way”, the housebuilder proclaims…