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One half of the disco duo Baccara who found fame with the 1977 hit Yes Sir, I Can BoogieThe mysterious power of pop music knows no bounds.

Premier League flexes financial muscle but Spain and Italy struggle

England’s top clubs have spent £1.35bn in the transfer window but smaller teams, and rival European leagues, face problems

Johnson and Patel must learn that others get burned when politicians play with fire | David Conn

The government did not back England players when fans booed them for taking the knee and now faces the consequences

David Frost appears to make light of Elton John’s concerns over EU musician visas

Chief Brexit negotiator quips that singer had hits before UK joined European Union

Thomas and Froome sign letter calling for help for riders affected by Brexit

Open letter sent to government highlighting travel obstacles Rules limit British athletes’ time spent in European UnionThe 2018 Tour de France winner Geraint Thomas, the former world road race champion Lizzie Deignan and the seven-time Grand Tour winner Chris Froome are among leading names in British cycling to have signed an open letter calling on the government to assist young British riders whose racing careers have been stalled by post-Brexit travel arrangements.

Five Of The Worst Things Viktor Orban Has Done

Hungarian prime minister Viktor Orban is unlike most state leaders Downing Street rolls out the red carpet for.

EU cites ‘anti-vaccine campaign’ as reason to toughen social media code

European Commission proposes more factchecking and algorithm changes to tackle disinformation

Belarus 'Hijack' Of Ryanair Flight A 'War-Like Act', Says Senior Tory

Belarus is guilty of a “war-like act” for forcing a Ryanair flight carrying an opposition activist and journalist to land in Minsk, the chairman of the Commons foreign affairs committee has said.

UK Recalls Navy Ships Patrolling Jersey As Fishing Stand-Off With France De-Escalates

French fishing boats protest in front of the port of St Helier off the island of Jersey." data-caption="French fishing boats protest in front of the port of St Helier off the island of Jersey." data-rich-caption="French fishing boats protest in front of the port of St Helier off the island of Jersey." data-credit="SAMEER AL-DOUMY via Getty Images" data-credit-link-back="" />The UK government has said Navy ships patrolling Jersey amid a stand-off over fishing rights in the Channel island’s waters are to return home.

Vaccine Passports: How They Work And Why They're So Controversial

As the UK slowly reopens after a grim winter under lockdown, one issue is proving to be particularly divisive – vaccine passports.

EU Vaccine War Could ‘Play Into Tory Hands’ In May Elections

The so-called vaccine war between the UK and EU could help the Tories win votes in May’s local elections by reigniting Brexit arguments, a polling expert has said.

Football's financial fair play rules to be ripped up after Covid crisis

Break-even measure declared ‘purposeless’ by UefaNew rules likely to focus more on wages and feesFootball’s financial fair play rules are to undergo dramatic change, with the key break-even measure declared “purposeless” by Uefa.

Vaccine Row: Why The UK And EU Are Kicking Off About Covid Jabs

The row between the UK and the rest of Europe over supplies of the Oxford/AstraZeneca vaccine continues to escalate, with Boris Johnson set dismiss any proposals to block exports to Britain.

Why Europe may no longer be a COVID-19 infection barometer for the U.S

Throughout the coronavirus pandemic, former Food and Drug Administration Commissioner Scott Gottlieb has looked toward Europe to get a sense of where the United States was heading in terms of COVID-19 infection levels.

Von der Leyen: big tech firms need to be reined in despite Trump's exit

Internet giants that spread hate speech and conspiracy theories should face ‘democratic limits’, says European commission president

How do Solskjær's side compare with Manchester United's last title winners? | Marcus Christenson

United are top after 17 games for the first time since 2013. The similarities and differences between then and now are striking

Is Britain's TV news at risk of being dominated by those who shout loudest?

New, right-leaning opinionated competitors such as GB news are the latest threat to the BBC

David Ginola: 'Jean-Marc Bosman should be wealthy but he has nothing'

Former Spurs player discusses the man who changed football 25 years ago, before his documentary on the subject is released

Bailouts, blame and broken glass: UK papers paint grim picture of possible no-deal Brexit

PM ‘taking control’ of no-deal planning amid reports supermarkets told to stockpile and Merkel allegedly baying for blood

'Dirty methods' in Brexit vote cited in push for new laws on Europe's elections

Sites such as Facebook will have to publicly disclose identity of people and entities funding such advertising

Work permits for EU players and youth signings hit under post-Brexit rules

Permits to be allocated on points-based systemRegulations to be introduced on 1 January The Football Association has announced a radical post-Brexit shake‑up that will mean Premier League and EFL clubs cannot sign foreign players until they are 18, with all transfers from European Union nations set to be subject to work permits that will be allocated using a points-based system.

Work permits for EU players and no Under-18 signings in post-Brexit regulations

Permits to be allocated on point-based systemRegulations to be introduced on 1 January The Football Association has announced that Premier League and EFL clubs will not be able to sign foreign players until they are 18 under new post-Brexit regulations, with all signings from European Union nations set to be required to apply for work permits that will be allocated using a points-based system.

Vienna gunman was caught trying to buy ammunition in July

The Islamic State gunman who murdered four people and injured 22 in a terror attack in Vienna on Monday was caught trying to buy ammunition in the summer, officials have admitted.

Turkey's Erdogan says it's time for two-state solution in Cyprus

Turkish President Tayyip Erdogan said on Monday it was time for a realistic proposal about a two-state solution on the divided island of Cyprus to be discussed, and added that the parameters of the current talks were not sustainable.

Tensions between EU and Turkey escalate over Erdogan insults

Tensions between the European Union and Turkey have risen further after Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan questioned the mental state of his French counterpart, Emmanuel Macron.

Croatia accused of brutality, sexual abuse against migrants

SARAJEVO, Bosnia-Herzegovina (AP) — Danish aid workers stationed in the Balkans say dozens of migrants have alleged they were brutalized by Croatian law-enforcement officers when they tried to cross into the European Union nation, before being summarily expelled back to Bosnia.

US designates six more Chinese media firms as foreign missions

Mike Pompeo says move is part of efforts to push back against ‘propaganda efforts’; Chinese state media says Beijing will retaliate

Leaked strategy paper 'shows Tory panic' over the union

Continuing to dismiss calls for a new independence referendum could be counterproductive but the campaign to save the union is “rudderless”, senior Tories have been secretly warned.

15 Amazing Photos You Missed This Week

Amid the rush of news, it’s easy to miss great images that fly under the radar. Fortunately, we’ve got you covered.We’re highlighting exceptional photos from around the world for the week that ended Friday.

European Commission chief leaves EU summit after COVID-19 contact

European Commission Chief Ursula von der Leyen said she was leaving the European Union summit in Brussels, less than an hour after it started, because she had been in contact with someone who tested positive for COVID-19 and would go into quarantine.

Remdesivir Has 'Little Or No Effect’ On Covid Patient Mortality, Says World Health Organisation

Antiviral drug remdesivir has “little or no effect” on a hospitalised Covid-19 patients’ chances of survival, a World Health Organisation (WHO) clinical trial has suggested.

Boris Johnson To Miss October 15 Deal Or No Deal Brexit Deadline

Boris Johnson is set to miss his self-imposed Thursday October 15 deadline to strike a Brexit trade deal with the EU.

Russia threatens to halt dialogue with EU amid Navalny spat

Russia's foreign minister warned Tuesday that Moscow could freeze its contacts with the European Union in response to its sanctions over the poisoning of Russian opposition leader Alexei Navalny — an unprecedented threat that reflects a bitter Russia-EU strain.

Brexiteer Prue Leith Gets Hammered For Urging Britons To 'Back Our Farmers'

Leave-voting Prue Leith has been criticised for her recent campaign to “back our farmers” and protect them from the consequences of Brexit.

'Watchmen' Creator Alan Moore: Superhero Movies May Have Contributed To Trump's Rise

Alan Moore — the famed co-creator of the graphic novels Watchmen and V For Vendetta, and writer of dozens of DC and Marvel comics — offered a blistering critique of comics, and argued that superhero movies may very well have contributed to the rise of Donald Trump and Brexit.

EU to boost Ukraine ties, urges Russia to honor peace deal

The European Union pledged on Tuesday to push ahead with work on a free trade agreement with Ukraine and called on Russia to respect the peace agreement aimed at ending six years of conflict in eastern Ukraine.

In hardening stance, France, Germany push for EU sanctions on Russians over Navalny poisoning

France and Germany said on Wednesday they would propose European Union sanctions against Russian individuals after receiving no credible answers from Moscow over the poisoning of Kremlin critic Alexei Navalny with a nerve agent.

Germany expects EU response to Navalny case in coming days

Germany and its European Union partners will agree in the coming days a joint response to the poisoning in Russia of Kremlin critic Alexei Navalny with a nerve agent in the banned Novichok family, Foreign Minister Heiko Maas said on Wednesday.

EU welcomes Turkish ship's return to port from near Cyprus

A Turkish drill ship has left the area where it was operating southwest of Cyprus and reached Turkey's coast for maintenance in a move the European Union said would help ease tensions in the Eastern Mediterranean.

After signs of rapprochement, Turkey-EU ties sour again

Turkey's relations with the European Union appeared to take a turn for the worse on Tuesday, as Ankara voiced dissatisfaction with the result of last week's EU summit and the bloc said the country's bid for membership was evaporating.

Electric Cars: A Hill to Die On?

Electric cars are quickly attaining a status in American culture previously reserved for mothers, Marvel movies, and apple pie: Everyone likes them.

Charles Moore Rules Himself Out Of BBC Chairman Race

Boris Johnson’s top choice to be chairman of the BBC has ruled himself out of the role, according to reports.

Germany says it expects EU to impose sanctions against Russia over Navalny case

Germany expects the European Union to impose new sanctions against Russia over the poisoning of opposition leader Alexei Navalny with an internationally banned nerve agent, Foreign Minister Heiko Maas said on Saturday.

Men flock to military recruitment centers in Azerbaijan during a partial mobilisation

Men flock to military recruitment centers in Azerbaijan during a partial mobilisation

Trade unions urge EU to investigate Amazon effort to spy on workers

Three UK unions among signatories to letter calling for action against tech firm

With EU help, Taiwan gets rare win in China naming dispute

Taiwan said on Monday the European Union had stepped in to help after a global alliance of mayors stopped referring to Taiwanese cities as part of China, in a rare win for the island amid growing Chinese pressure.

Revealed: BP And Shell Back Anti-Climate Lobby Groups Despite Pledges

Earlier this year, oil giants BP and Royal Dutch Shell assessed the climate lobbying done by trade associations they have been involved with, and publicly quit a handful of high-profile industry groups campaigning to undermine regulations to reduce greenhouse gases.

How Does Our 'World-Beating' Test And Trace System Compare To Other Countries?

“We have growing confidence that we will have a test, track and trace operation that will be world-beating and yes, it will be in place by June 1.”

Moderna sees 20 million doses of COVID-19 vaccine candidate by year end

A handful of vaccines, including those from Pfizer Inc and AstraZeneca, are also being tested in large studies.

Venezuela's Maduro says election delay to meet EU request 'impossible'

Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro on Thursday said it would be "impossible" to delay parliamentary elections planned for Dec. 6, after the European Union suggested pushing back the vote to meet conditions for the bloc to send an observer mission.

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The Taliban forced Afghan TV workers into hiding. Now they’re asking Hollywood for help

Television industry employees once used their programs to address progressive ideas. Many are now out of work and fearful to leave their homes

‘Countdown to war’: how the papers covered fears of an imminent Ukraine invasion

Front pages focus on the diplomatic efforts of Boris Johnson and Olaf Scholz amid warnings Russia could invade within days

‘We’ll keep reporting, whatever the risk from the junta,’ say Myanmar’s journalists

To avoid arrest, the staff of the 74 Media left their home city, only to face shellfire in their border refuge.

New Zealand defends strict Covid quarantine after pregnant journalist ‘had to turn to Taliban’ for help

Charlotte Bellis, a journalist, says she was forced to return to Afghanistan after her application was met with ‘clauses and technicalities and confusion’

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‘Let us eat cake’: how UK newspapers reacted to latest No 10 party claims

Daily Mail remains a Boris Johnson backer but same cannot be said of its sister outletA full list of alleged partiesWhat were the rules in June 2020?Coronavirus – latest global updatesThe print edition of the Daily Mail has remained one of Boris Johnson’s strongest backers in the media, even as other rightwing news outlets – including its sister outlet MailOnline – are increasingly critical of the beleaguered prime minister.

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‘People go a funny colour and keel over’: Briony Greenhill on leading the world’s most intense singing lessons

After discovering the creative joys of collaborative vocal improvisation, the Suffolk singer wants to help people reach into their hearts and bring out their voices

Britney Spears invited to US Congress to discuss conservatorship legal battle

Singer shares letter from Congressmen Charlie Crist and Eric Swalwell on Instagram, saying she was ‘immediately flattered’

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(Decca)This fascinating band once seemed almost too eclectic – but now strong melodies and hooks drive an album that feels entirely of the moment

Record Store Day is harming, not helping, independent music shops like mine

Supply chain chaos and a worldwide vinyl shortage means the annual event that once saved record shops from extinction has lost its way

OAE/Manacorda/Faust review – nimble brilliance and refined care

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Jeen-Yuhs: A Kanye Trilogy review – a heartwarming, sometimes heart-rending biopic

It turns out that young Kanye was extremely charming and funny. But that didn’t stop the music industry from refusing to take him seriously as a rapper – possibly causing his controversial current persona

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Plus: long-distance loans, another cracker of the late-comeback-and-win genre and winning with seven menMail us your questions or tweet @TheKnowledge_GU“The other day, the Wordle answer was MOUNT, which got me thinking – is Mason Mount the only footballer (present or former) whose first and second name are recognised five-letter words in the dictionary and therefore legitimate potential answers in Wordle?” asks Joe Hutton.

IOC denies Richardson’s accusations of double standards over Valieva

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US sprinter missed Olympics after positive cannabis testIOC: ‘There is nothing in common between these two cases’The International Olympic Committee has dismissed claims that a double standard was applied to US sprinter Sha’Carri Richardson compared to Russian skater Kamila Valieva after both tested positive for a banned drug.

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Forward ‘very happy’ at ‘one of the best clubs in the world’Mbappé widely expected to join Madrid on free in summerKylian Mbappé has said he is happy at Paris Saint-Germain but remains undecided over his future as rumours continue to swirl over a move to Real Madrid.

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Tiger Roll out of Grand National after Aintree weights are revealed

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Owner Michael O’Leary critical despite 5lb drop from 2021 ‘This rating is absurd, and unfair on a 12-year-old chaser’Tiger Roll, the Grand National winner in 2018 and 2019, has been ruled out of an attempt to equal Red Rum’s record of three Aintree victories in April after the 12-year-old was handed a rating of 161 for this year’s race when the weights were published on Tuesday in Liverpool.

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