It took a working-class lad from Wigan to make me like rugby:
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Man Utd survive huge Coventry scare to set up FA Cup final vs Man City: Manchester United will face Manchester City in the 2024 FA Cup final after Erik ten ...
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Portsmouth man admits 'tough' afternoon after midweek celebrations - but still a day to cherish against Wigan
portsmouth.co.uk/sport/football/portsmouth-fc/portsmouth-man-admits-tough-afternoon-after-midweek-celebrations-but-still-a-day-to-cherish-against-wigan-4598886
Gigantic marine reptile's fossils found by British girl and father: A fossil jawbone found by a British girl and her father on a beach in Somerset ...
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Quick Glance: Huge marine reptile fossils discovered by British girl and father
- A fossil jawbone found by a British girl and her father on a beach in Somerset, England belongs to a gigantic marine reptile from the Triassic Period.
- Researchers estimated that the marine reptile, named Ichthyotitan severnensis, was between 22 and 26 meters long, making it one of the largest known marine reptiles.
- Ichthyotitan was part of a family of giant ichthyosaurs called Shastasauridae and survived until a global mass extinction event about 201 million years ago.
- The discovered bone fragment, the surangular, hints at the size and bite force of the animal, emphasizing the importance of each species in the delicate fabric of life.
Forest escalate VAR row after questioning integrity of Premier League and PGMOL: Nottingham Forest are demanding the public release of VAR audio from their ...
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Quick Glance: Nottingham Forest Criticizes Refereeing Decisions and Warns of VAR Bias
- Nottingham Forest issued a remarkable statement criticizing the refereeing decisions.
- Following the defeat to Everton, the club raised concerns about potential bias from a VAR official.
- A disputed penalty claim involving Ashley Young sparked controversy and was dismissed.
- Manager Nuno Espirito Santo expressed his disappointment with the refereeing decisions.
FA defends scrapping Cup replays despite huge backlash from fans: The Football Association has defended the decision to scrap FA Cup replays despite a ...
metro.co.uk/2024/04/19/fa-defends-scrapping-cup-replays-despite-huge-backlash-fans-20679676/
Ratcliffe receives Ten Hag sack demand after Man Utd just beat Coventry: Erik ten Hag saw his Manchester United side scrape into the FA Cup final despite a ...
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Guardiola takes Lineker by surprise in awkward interview as he rants after win: Pep Guardiola went on a long and passionate rant against the gruelling fixture ...
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Fernandes lifts lid on Man Utd squad's reaction to fears Ten Hag is facing sack: Manchester United captain Bruno Fernandes has rejected suggestions the doubts ...
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Rescuers deflate football-sized swollen hedgehog: Creature with balloon syndrome spotted from passing bus in Gloucestershire is in charity’s care and has been ...
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Fan given three-year banning order after tragedy abuse at Manchester United-Liverpool FA Cup game
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Five arrested after 'baby's remains' found inside house in Wigan: Five people were arrested on suspicion of concealing a death and unlawful burial after a ...
metro.co.uk/2024/04/13/five-arrested-babys-remains-found-inside-house-wigan-20641394/
First photo of 'superhero' dad killed in fire trying to save son: Barry Mason was described as a "gentle giant" and "devoted daddy"
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Boy, 4, fighting for his life as dad dies saving him from house fire: Ethan Mason's dad tragically died in the blaze in Wigan - the little boy suffered ...
manchestereveningnews.co.uk/news/greater-manchester-news/tragedy-boy-4-fighting-life-29005632
Newcastle's Gordon calls out three England stars over taking their Euros place: Anthony Gordon has impressed for Newcastle so far this season and the winger is ...
mirror.co.uk/sport/football/news/anthony-gordon-england-euro2024-newcastle-32649377
Welsh rugby star dies suddenly aged just 21 as coach pays heartbreaking tribute: Gabriel Holt played for Wigan St Patricks and the University of Central ...
mirror.co.uk/sport/rugby-league/breaking-gabriel-holt-dead-tributes-32546367
Ten Hag says Man Utd 'got away with it' during FA Cup victory: Follow all the latest news from the Premier League, FA Cup, MLS, WSL and across Europe
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St George’s Colts honour former team-mates after FA Cup success : The memory of absent team-mates was not lost amid the wild celebrations after St George’s Colts ...
royalgazette.com/soccer/sport/article/20240409/st-georges-colts-honour-former-team-mates-after-fa-cup-success/
Why has the ‘15-minute city’ taken off in Paris but become a controversial idea in the UK?
theguardian.com/cities/2024/apr/06/why-has-15-minute-city-taken-off-paris-toxic-idea-uk-carlos-moreno
'Hold your babies tighter' as dad and son die days apart: The family told parents to "hold their babies a little tighter" following the tragedy
liverpoolecho.co.uk/news/liverpool-news/hold-your-babies-tighter-familys-29030922
India's wholesale prices rise at fastest pace in three months: India's wholesale price-based inflation in March rose 0.53%, its highest level in three months ...
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The farm near Manchester that's £5 for five people and includes a free brew: There's a petting farm, adventure play and a dessert parlour
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Prince William and George cheer on Aston Villa in first outing since Kate’s cancer announcement
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Saudi FA 'shocked' as fan appears to whip player: The Saudi Arabian Football Federation is to review its fan code of conduct after a supporter appeared to whip ...
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Devastated family pay tribute to man, 21, killed in motorbike crash: "He was always a happy, fun loving character, who had everything going for him in life ...
manchestereveningnews.co.uk/news/greater-manchester-news/the-youngest-family-world-feet-29004437
Football thug Joey Barton says Chelsea's Emma Hayes has 'mind virus': Football thug Joey Barton has slammed Chelsea Women manager Emma Hayes ...
metro.co.uk/2024/04/13/football-thug-joey-barton-says-chelseas-emma-hayes-mind-virus-20641285/
Emma Hayes as Lauren James unfollows her Lionesses team-mates after Chelsea loss: Fans have accused Lauren James of unfollowing England team-mates Ella Toone and ...
mirror.co.uk/sport/football/news/emma-hayes-lauren-james-instagram-32607924
Neighbours hear 'screams' as fire rips through home with man dead: Six people were inside the semi-detached house when it erupted into flames
manchestereveningnews.co.uk/news/greater-manchester-news/neighbours-wake-up-screams-fire-28994821
Champions League security threat: Games in England, Spain and France to go ahead despite alleged terror plots
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Quick Glance: Real Madrid Given Permission for Roof Closure in Man City Match
- Real Madrid has been granted permission to close the roof at the Bernabeu for the Champions League clash against Manchester City to create a more hostile environment.
- Pep Guardiola urges his Manchester City side to hurt and punish Real Madrid as they meet in the Champions League.
- City players have learned from past encounters with Real Madrid and have grown stronger following last season's achievements.
Wolves boss Gary O'Neil charged by FA after West Ham loss: Gary O'Neil has been charged by the FA for his behaviour following the controversial VAR decision ...
expressandstar.com/sport/football/wolverhampton-wanderers-fc/2024/04/11/wolves-boss-gary-oneil-charged-by-fa-after-west-ham-loss/
Moment crane crashes into Wigan home narrowly missing girl playing in garden : A doorbell camera captured the moment a crane came crashing down on a home in ...
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Sickening moment falling crane misses crushing a small girl to death by seconds: Images of the overturned crane in Atherton, Wigan show extensive damage to the ...
mirror.co.uk/news/uk-news/sickening-moment-falling-crane-misses-32531360
Watch Man City v Chelsea FA Cup semi-final on BBC: Saturday's FA Cup semi-final between holders Manchester City and eight-time winners Chelsea will be shown live ...
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Everything you need to know about the London Marathon 2025 ballot: London Marathon 2025 ballot. Here's how to enter – plus your other entry routes explained if ...
runnersworld.com/uk/news/a41405786/london-marathon-ballot/
'Ride in paradise' floral tributes left at scene of tragic motorbike crash: 21-year-old Lewis Durham tragically died at the scene after becoming ...
manchestereveningnews.co.uk/news/greater-manchester-news/ride-paradise-floral-tributes-left-29006679
"Absolutely heartbreaking": Tributes pour in after remains of baby uncovered
manchestereveningnews.co.uk/news/greater-manchester-news/absolutely-heartbreaking-tributes-pour-after-28993460
Buttler roars back into form as Rajasthan remain unbeaten: Jos Buttler was a much relieved man on Saturday after the Rajasthan Royals opener roared back into ...
reuters.com/sports/cricket/buttler-roars-back-into-form-rajasthan-remain-unbeaten-2024-04-07/
Family leave heartbreaking tribute after fatal Wigan crash: Lewis Durham, aged 21, sadly died after a road traffic collision on Ormskirk Road in Wigan.
sthelensstar.co.uk/news/24256068.family-leave-heartbreaking-tribute-fatal-wigan-crash/
Get England's iconic retro shirt for £14 by stacking deals ahead of Euro 2024: Football fans can pick up an iconic shirt worn by Three Lions legends including ...
mirror.co.uk/sport/football/news/england-retro-football-shirt-kit-32573692
England speedster Archer targeting T20 World Cup: England fast bowler Jofra Archer will not play test cricket this year but is targeting the T20 World Cup in ...
reuters.com/sports/cricket/england-speedster-archer-targeting-t20-world-cup-2024-04-06/
Man injured after being mauled by two 'out of control' dogs outside school: The man and the dog he was walking both received treatment for injuries following the ...
manchestereveningnews.co.uk/news/greater-manchester-news/man-injured-after-being-mauled-29000977
No FA action over Hayes' 'shove' on Eidevall: The Football Association confirms Chelsea manager Emma Hayes will face no action after she appeared to shove ...
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South African footballer Luke Fleurs shot dead in car hijacking aged 24: Kaizer Chiefs star Luke Fleurs has been shot dead in a carjacking in the Johannesbug ...
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Quick Glance: Football Community Honors Luke Fleurs Following Tragic Passing at Chiefs
- Coach Gavin Hunt from SuperSport United, TV hosts Carol Tshabalala and Thomas Mlambo, soccer icon Lucas Radebe, and various Premier Soccer League clubs paid tribute to the late player Luke Fleurs from Kaizer Chiefs.
- It was revealed on Wednesday night that Fleurs had tragically passed away earlier in the day after an armed robbery in Johannesburg. The incident reportedly occurred in Honeydew.
- The confirmation of Fleurs' tragic death was provided by the Chiefs on Thursday morning, expressing their condolences. Additionally, other football figures expressed their sorrow over the loss of Fleurs.
- Joining the Chiefs in October, the 24-year-old defender and junior national team member departed SuperSport in September after participating in 70 matches.
Cause of death and gender of baby whose remains were found at house unknown: The heartbreaking discovery was made on Marsh Green last week
manchestereveningnews.co.uk/news/greater-manchester-news/cause-death-gender-baby-whose-29013669
Broad backs struggling Buttler to discover form in IPL: Jos Buttler has cut a subdued figure in the Indian Premier League this season but his former team mate ...
reuters.com/sports/cricket/broad-backs-struggling-buttler-discover-form-ipl-2024-04-05/
Two police officers injured after van 'rams' GMP car then overturns: The van hit 'numerous' other cars in the pursuit, but thankfully there were no ...
manchestereveningnews.co.uk/news/greater-manchester-news/two-police-officers-injured-and-29032252
Mobility scooter rider, 87, dies in collision with suspected drug driver: A VW Golf is thought to have crashed into the mobility scooter in Wigan - the elderly ...
manchestereveningnews.co.uk/news/greater-manchester-news/mobility-scooter-rider-87-dies-28991663
UK police have 'robust' plan in place for Arsenal soccer match: British police will have a "robust policing plan" in place for a soccer match between Arsenal and ...
reuters.com/world/uk/uk-police-have-robust-plan-place-arsenal-soccer-match-2024-04-09/
Killer who pushed his teen girlfriend down stairs will be FREED: "We're absolutely disgusted."
manchestereveningnews.co.uk/news/greater-manchester-news/killer-who-pushed-teen-girlfriend-28974099
Murderer hit man with champagne bottle then tried to blame it on his girlfriend: Dean Hughes has been handed a life sentence
manchestereveningnews.co.uk/news/greater-manchester-news/murderer-hit-man-over-head-29026352
Hour-by-hour weather forecast as Middlesbrough set to be as hot as Barcelona: Temperatures are expected to reach 19°C in Middlesbrough this weekend - but ...
gazettelive.co.uk/news/teesside-news/hour-hour-weather-forecast-middlesbrough-28944518
Celtic seek answers from Scottish FA as concerns raised over use of VAR to award Rangers penalty
scotsman.com/sport/football/celtic/celtic-seek-answers-from-scottish-fa-as-concerns-raised-over-use-of-var-to-award-rangers-penalty-4583952
Premier League lobbying against independent regulator is nakedly self-serving: Nobody expects the independent regulator to be perfect, but that doesn’t mean that ...
inews.co.uk/sport/football/premier-league-lobbying-naked-self-serving-2996179
Greater Manchester’s first-time buyer postcodes where homes start from £150k: These affordable postcodes are ideal for people wanting to start their journey onto ...
manchestereveningnews.co.uk/news/property/greater-manchester-first-time-buyer-28982353
Dramatic images show front of Wigan home crushed by fallen crane : It is understood the crane toppled over as it attempted to lift a container in an adjacent ...
manchestereveningnews.co.uk/news/greater-manchester-news/dramatic-images-show-front-wigan-28950826
Major Sky internet outage reported across Greater Manchester: 'Meant to start work at home at 7'
manchestereveningnews.co.uk/news/greater-manchester-news/major-sky-internet-outage-reported-28967649
Urgent 999 appeal as concern grows over missing 15-year-old boy: Riley Whalley is known in the Wigan area, police said
manchestereveningnews.co.uk/news/greater-manchester-news/urgent-999-appeal-concern-grows-28969528
How fast do you need to run to get a Good for Age time at the London Marathon?: How fast do you need to run to get a Good for Age time at the London Marathon?
runnersworld.com/uk/news/a33890948/good-for-age-london-marathon/
Two men die after horror crash between motorbike and car: A 21-year-old man was pronounced dead at the scene
liverpoolecho.co.uk/news/uk-world-news/two-men-die-after-horror-28993501
Greater Manchester is their home but we could lose them forever: In the last 50 years the UK population of the tiny bird has dropped by 90 percent
manchestereveningnews.co.uk/news/greater-manchester-news/greater-manchester-home-could-lose-28965149
The remains of a baby found and four killed: A week of tragedy in Wigan: Emergency services have attended a number of incidents across the borough in the last ...
manchestereveningnews.co.uk/news/greater-manchester-news/week-tragedy-wigan-after-remains-28995466
Man seen with gun near schools hands himself in to police : The man was arrested on numerous offences
liverpoolecho.co.uk/news/liverpool-news/man-seen-gun-near-schools-29042437
Doorbell footage shows little girl playing as falling crane slices through house: Photos from the scene show part of the roof and front wall destroyed by the ...
lancs.live/news/uk-world-news/doorbell-footage-shows-little-girl-28955200
Crane crashes through roof of house as child plays outside: This is the terrifying moment a crane crashes through the roof of a house, narrowly missing a child ...
independent.co.uk/tv/news/crane-crash-house-child-play-wigan-b2524987.html
Lidl worker suffers 'life-changing' injuries at supermarket: The woman was working a late shift when the accident happened
liverpoolecho.co.uk/news/uk-world-news/lidl-worker-suffers-life-changing-29021469
Violent thug knifed a man in his side and left woman with three fractured ribs: Declan Smith has been jailed after the 'incredibly violent' attacks
manchestereveningnews.co.uk/news/greater-manchester-news/violent-thug-knifed-man-left-29014772
Family of 'larger than life' man pay tribute after fatal Wigan crash: THE family of a much-loved man has paid tribute after a fatal collision claimed the life of ...
sthelensstar.co.uk/news/24258499.family-larger-life-man-pay-tribute-fatal-wigan-crash/
Criminal who'd raised a glass days earlier knew his time was up: Craig Parr was caught out in a covert police operation
manchestereveningnews.co.uk/news/greater-manchester-news/im-fd-arent-i-criminal-28945938
Thieves armed with machete and bats burst into shop and steal ATM: Detectives are now appealing for information after the 'brazen' armed robbery
manchestereveningnews.co.uk/news/greater-manchester-news/thieves-armed-machete-bats-burst-28942893
Police issue fresh appeal to find missing man last seen four days ago: Deon could be on a mountain bike
manchestereveningnews.co.uk/news/greater-manchester-news/police-issue-fresh-appeal-find-28975011
Police swarm in search for man with gun near two primary schools: The man has fled and police are currently searching the area
liverpoolecho.co.uk/news/liverpool-news/police-swarm-area-search-man-29040307
Portsmouth 1 Wigan 2: Neil Allen's verdict - Defeat cannot spoil a generational moment to cherish forever
portsmouth.co.uk/sport/football/portsmouth-fc/portsmouth-1-wigan-2-neil-allens-verdict-defeat-cannot-spoil-a-generational-moment-to-cherish-forever-4598945
Tributes pour in for former UCLan student who 'brightened up the room': TRIBUTES have continued to pour in for a former University of Central Lancashire ...
lancashiretelegraph.co.uk/news/24266693.tributes-pour-atherton-man-brightened-room/
'The Fratton faithful love him', '12 trophies', 'Surprisingly no hangover': Neil Allen's Pompey player ratings to Wigan
portsmouth.co.uk/sport/football/portsmouth-fc/the-fratton-faithful-love-him-12-trophies-surprisingly-no-hangover-neil-allens-portsmouth-player-ratings-against-wigan-4598782
Five people remain on bail after 'baby remains' found in Wigan: A SHOCKING discovery was made in Wigan last week after humans remains of a baby were discovered ...
sthelensstar.co.uk/news/24261829.five-people-remain-bail-baby-remains-found-wigan/
Wigan woman ‘would not be here’ without rescue crew who saved her after Orkney cliff fall
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Urgent appeal for missing girl, 16, last seen four days ago: Shannane Turner has links to Hindley, Wigan, Southport and Liverpool
lancs.live/news/lancashire-news/urgent-appeal-missing-girl-16-28985764
How fast do you need to run to get a Good for Age time at the London Marathon?: How fast do you need to run to get a Good for Age time at the London Marathon?
runnersworld.com/uk/news/a33890948/good-for-age-london-marathon/
Five reasons why it went so wrong for Ian Foster and Argyle: The Pilgrims parted ways with Foster on Easter Monday after just 87 days and 14 Championship matches ...
plymouthherald.co.uk/sport/football/five-reasons-went-wrong-ian-9200289
Trans Mountain's expanded pipeline system will start operating May 1: Trans Mountain's expanded oil pipeline system will start commercial operations on May 1 ...
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