Man wanted in Germany for alleged sex offences shaved his hair off in bid to thwart police before NI arrest, court hears
A man wanted in Germany for alleged child sexual offences shaved off his hair in an apparent bid to thwart police before his arrest in Northern Ireland, a court heard…
‘The game is in a mess,’ confesses outgoing chairman of cricket’s governing body
For four years, Greg Barclay was named chairman of the International Cricket Council, the game’s governing body. Few if any had heard of Barclay until now that he is vacating…
Alouettes GM Danny Maciocia rues squandered chance to repeat as champs
The opportunities to win championships in professional sports come around only so often — even in the nine-team CFL. Alouettes general manager Danny Maciocia realizes his team squandered a glorious…
Protesters throw missiles and chase Iraqi PM’s car as he leaves Downing Street
Iraqi protesters opposed to a migration returns agreement with the UK chased their Prime Minister’s car down the road as it left Downing Street. Sir Keir Starmer and his counterpart,…
Ronnie O’Sullivan makes mental health demand of World Snooker at Masters – ‘Struggling in silence’
Ronnie O’Sullivan has called for World Snooker to employ a full-time mental health professional at tournaments to support players struggling with psychological pressures. The seven-time world champion made the appeal…
Kate Middleton says her cancer is in remission, thanks hospital staff
Kate Middleton has confirmed her cancer is in remission, using a post on social media to share the good news and thank the staff who cared for her while she…
L.A. King player slew foots Connor McDavid with impunity, one more signal Edmonton needs to beef up
The law of the jungle still dominates the NHL, as witnessed by the Edmonton Oilers 1-0 win over the Los Angeles Kings on Monday Night. At 11:29 of the third…
Man City greats pay tribute to title-winner Tony Book after his death aged 90
Mike Summerbee has paid tribute to “one of the best defenders” in Manchester City’s history – and George Best’s “most difficult opponent” – following the death of former captain and…
Wife of Penguins player saves day after older fan steals puck from kid
During the Pittsburgh Penguins’ loss on Sunday to the Tampa Bay Lightning, the best assist came off the ice. The wife of an unnamed Penguins player stepped in to help…
What is remission? And what does it mean for the royal family?
The Princess of Wales has said her cancer is “in remission”. Here, the PA news agency answers questions about what this means for Kate. – What does ‘remission’ mean? According…