Chelsea and Real Betis fans throw chairs at one another before Europa Conference League final

SummaryHong Kong coach Ashley Westwood criticized Manchester United's post-season tour of Asia, suggesting players need it "like a hole in the head." As a former United player, he acknowledged the commercial pressures behind the trip, asserting that it primarily serves revenue generation despite players' public enthusiasm. In a match against Hong Kong's national team, United struggled initially but secured a win with second-half goals from new signings Chido Obi and Ayden Heaven, leaving the success...

Have itchy eyes or sneezing been getting the better of you recently?High levels of grass pollen are expected on Saturday across the Midlands, central, southern and south-west England, and London, affecting about 95% of hay fever sufferers, with peak season lasting until July. Approximately 13 million people in the UK suffer from hay fever, which is triggered by various pollens, with tree pollen affecting around 25% of sufferers in early spring. This year's dry, warm,...

Summary Robert Jenrick criticized London Mayor Sadiq Khan for allegedly worsening crime in the city, claiming he took justice into his own hands by confronting fare dodgers at Stratford station. This act was seen as political theatre rather than genuine leadership, with critics pointing out that the Conservative Party has systematically cut police resources, undermining community safety. The TSSA condemned Jenrick's actions as 'vigilante justice,' emphasizing that fare evasion should be addressed by trained personnel,...

Giles Turner, 64, diagnosed with high-risk prostate cancer in March 2023, has spent £20,000 on the life-extending drug abiraterone, which is free in Wales and Scotland but not universally in England. A new AI test analyzes tumor samples to identify which patients would benefit from abiraterone, potentially saving the NHS money as it reveals that only 25% of men may need the drug. Advocates, including Professor Nick James, urge the UK government to make the...

A fare dodger was filmed on Channel 5's "Fare Dodgers: At War with the Law," confidently asserting he would evade payment before being confronted by a revenue officer at London Waterloo. Despite receiving a £55.60 fine, which could rise to £105.60 if unpaid, he remained defiant, claiming he wouldn’t pay and was prepared to go to court. The incident highlighted the ongoing issue of fare evasion on TfL services, where approximately 3.4% of passengers travel...

A judge in Bulgaria, Velizar Kostadinov, has been accused of leaking personal details and photos of lawyer Anna Adamova to a Telegram forum for sex workers, leading to harassment and threats against her. The incident stemmed from Adamova's testimony in a drunk driving case, where she reported the accused's actions, and after she complained about the judge's handling of the case, he allegedly sought to ruin her reputation. Despite Kostadinov denying responsibility, an investigation confirmed...