Economic portfolios are key in talks to chose new EU commissioners
Ursula von der Leyen is facing challenging negotiations to create her new College of Commissioners with economic portfolios among the most coveted by European Union member states.
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Norris has momentum as McLaren head for Monza
Lando Norris won by a mighty margin in Formula One leader Max Verstappen's Dutch backyard last weekend and the McLaren driver aims to carry the momentum to Ferrari's home Italian Grand Prix on Sunday.
When is the Champions League draw? Date and time as Man City discover league phase opponents
Manchester City's journey in the Champions League for the 2024/25 season officially kicks off this week as they find out their opponents for the group phase of the prestigious European competition.
Curtis Warren's drug empire came crashing down after making 'lucky' phone call in Holland
Curtis Warren, the notorious former drug baron, was captured after a "lucky" phone call in the Netherlands, according to his one-time criminal partner Stephen Mee. The pair first crossed paths in 1991 at Strangeways prison in Manchester, where Mee was awaiting a lengthy sentence.
Sumit Nagal Ousted From US Open By Tallon Griekspoor
India's top player Sumit Nagal crashed out of the US Open, the last Grand Slam of the season, after suffering a straight-set defeat against Dutch player Tallon Griekspoor in the opening round in New York. Nagal struggled with his first serve, winning only 61 percent of those points to lose 1-6 3-6 6-7(8) to Griekspoor, who won 87 percent of his first serve points, on Monday night. Nagal broke his rival twice while the Dutchman converted six of his 11 break chances in the two hour and 20-minute contest.
Dutch 'Klassieker' called off because of planned police strike
AMSTERDAM: Sunday’s (Aug 31) Dutch league clash between archrivals Feyenoord Rotterdam and Ajax Amsterdam has been forbidden by the Rotterdam municipality because of a planned strike by police.
Is fish and chips too expensive for Brits?
Britain’s most popular dish is more expensive than ever thanks to cost-of-living price inflation. The humble fish and chips takeaway has been a staple of British households since its introduction in the 19th century. But with fish, potato and oil prices spiking in recent years, it’s no longer a reliable cheap eat.
Alcaraz given a scare by qualifier before reaching US Open second round
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