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The landscape of British politics is shaken as Prime Minister Keir Starmer encounters a formidable challenge from Andy Burnham, who is gearing up for a crucial special election to reclaim his place in Parliament.

The 2026 FIFA World Cup squad picture is beginning to take shape as nations across every group unveil preliminary and final rosters ahead of the expanded tournament in North America. From Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo potentially making history to major omissions, emerging talents and final roster deadlines, national teams are entering the decisive phase of preparation before football’s biggest global spectacle officially begins.

The winners of the 2026 BAFTA Television Awards 2026 were announced at a star-studded ceremony held at Royal Festival Hall on May 10, where some of the biggest names from the television industry came together to celebrate the best shows, actors and presenters of the year. Hosted by Greg Davies, the ceremony saw shows like Adolescence, The Celebrity Traitors and Code of Silence taking home major honours.

The BAFTA TV Awards 2026 are set to be a star-studded affair, with 'Adolescence' leading nominations. 'The Celebrity Traitors' and 'Amandaland' also feature prominently. Tune into BBC One and BBC iPlayer on May 29th at 7 PM BST to catch the ceremony, hosted by Greg Davies, live from London's Southbank Centre.

The update follows the strong viewership of the first season after its March 4 release, as reported by the entertainment news outlet Variety.

Gospel star Tina Campbell and husband Teddy Campbell are divorcing after over two decades together. Teddy filed for divorce, citing separation since June 2024. The couple, known for their public journey through marital struggles and faith, share two minor children and three adult daughters.

Former Indian pacer Javagal Srinath will be the match referee for the first two Tests between Pakistan and England in Dubai and Abu Dhabi this month.

Following are reactions from the tennis community after the Women's Tennis Association (WTA) on Wednesday announced the immediate suspension of all events in China due to concerns about the well-being of former doubles world number one Peng Shuai

The Women's Tennis Association chief steve simon has spent years in tennis working quietly to put players first. Suspending tournaments in China over the treatment of star Peng Shuai has made him the most talked-about leader in sports

The WTA is planning to start the 2021 season in the first week of January outside Australia before the players travel to Melbourne for quarantine ahead of the Grand Slam, women's tour chief steve simon told Reuters.

China is central to the WTA's plans for 2021 as women's tennis seeks to put a COVID-ravaged season behind it and hit the new year with a full bouquet of tournaments, tour chief steve simon told Reuters.

WTA chief steve simon cannot wait for the Tour to get back up and running in Sicily next month and hopes the Palermo Open will provide a blueprint for tournament operations amid the COVID-19 pandemic.

WTA chief steve simon cannot wait for the Tour to get back up and running in Sicily next month and hopes the Palermo Open will provide a blueprint for tournament operations amid the COVID-19 pandemic.

Lesia Tsurenko has amended her lawsuit against the WTA and its chairman, steve simon, alleging breach of contract and negligence in handling Russian and Belarusian players amid the Ukraine war. Tsurenko claims the WTA failed to ban players who publicly supported the war, leading to emotional distress and her withdrawal from a tournament.

The Women's Tennis Association (WTA) is still trying to make "direct contact" with Chinese tennis star Peng Shuai, who has not been seen or heard from publicly since she accused former vice-premier Zhang Gaoli of coercing her into sex.

The head of the WTA Tour has voiced support for a merger with the ATP Tour following calls led by Roger Federer and Rafael Nadal to integrate the men's and women's circuits.

Roger Federer called for a merger between the two governing bodies last month, with both WTA chief steve simon and ATP Tour Chairman Andrea Gaudenzi welcoming the suggestion.

The WTA is still working to find a resolution to the standoff with China over the Peng Shuai issue but will not return to the country this year, Tour chief steve simon said.

The WTA on Tuesday released its provisional 2023 tournament calendar up to the U.S. Open starting in August, adding two new WTA 250 hardcourt tournaments ahead of Indian Wells.

The season-ending WTA Finals will be held in Guadalajara, Mexico instead of Shenzhen, China this year and will begin on November 8, the WTA Tour said on Monday.

AI chatbots like Grok are increasingly used for quick fact-checking on platforms like X, but studies reveal significant inaccuracies and altered content in their responses. Research indicates that these tools often fabricate information, misidentify sources, and exhibit alarming confidence in incorrect answers.

Actor Kim Cattrall is set to star in three-part British comedy series "The Cockfields" alongside Joe Wilkinson, Diane Morgan and Nigel Havers.

Last year's finalists Gilles Simon and Kevin Anderson set up a semifinal clash against each other after recording contrasting victories in the quarterfinals of the Tata Open Maharashtra, here Thursday.

Missing tennis star Peng Shuai reappeared in public on Sunday at a youth tournament in Beijing, according to photos released by the organizer, as the ruling Communist Party tried to quell fears abroad while suppressing information in China about Peng after she accused a senior leader of sexual assault.

World number two Daniil Medvedev said on Thursday "if there was a tournament in China next week, nobody would be comfortable" having to play in light of the Peng Shuai affair.

WTA chief steve simon said on Monday the organisation maintained concern for the wellbeing of Peng Shuai after the Chinese tennis player issued a further denial of sexual assault allegations.

Second seed Hyeon Chung frittered away a handsome lead to suffer a shock exit from the Tata Open Maharashtra while top seed Kevin Anderson and defending champion Gilles Simon had to dig deep to beat their respective opponents, on Wednesday.

Screamin' Scott Simon, famed pianist of Sha Na Na, has died at age 75 following a prolonged battle with sinus cancer. Renowned for his dynamic stage presence and co-writing 'Sandy' from 'Grease,' Simon was a pivotal member of the group from its start in 1970 until their last tour in 2022.

World number one Novak Djokovic said he supports "fully" the Women's Tennis Association's decision to suspend its tournaments in China over concerns about the safety of female player Peng Shuai, who accused a top Communist Party official of sexual assault.