Downing Street denied claims that Sir Keir Starmer received free Taylor Swift tickets as a thank you for taxpayer-funded police security at her London shows. The government stated that operational decisions were the responsibility of Scotland Yard, not the government, in response to concerns about potential conflicts of interest. Security talks involving London Mayor Sadiq Khan and Home Secretary Yvette Cooper were held due to the terror threat faced by Swift in Vienna, which led to her receiving a blue-light escort to her Wembley concerts.
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Australia vs India: Travis Head and Steve Smith hit centuries to put hosts on top in third Test despite Jasprit Bumrah’s late burst | Cricket News
Travis Head and Steve Smith's centuries propelled Australia to 405-7 against India on day two of the third Test, with Jasprit Bumrah's late burst securing key wickets. Despite early breakthroughs from India's seamers, Head (152) and Smith (101) formed a crucial 241-run partnership before Bumrah's 5-72 haul. Australia's Alex Carey (45 not out) and Mitchell Starc (7no) guided the team safely to stumps, leaving the series tied at 1-1 after India's win in the opening...
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