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Celtic fan group asks for conciliatory talks with board

The Celtic board face major decisions on how to achieve some form of unity during the title run-in after fan representatives proposed steps towards reconciliation.

Soccer • 07 Jan

Martin Chivers of Spurs leaves behind Norwich player Doug Livermore as referee David Smith looks on during the 1973 League Cup Final between Norwich City and Tottenham Hotspur at Wembley Stadium on March 3, 1973 in London, England.

Ex-Tottenham striker Chivers dies aged 80

Former Tottenham and England forward Martin Chivers has died aged 80.

Soccer • 07 Jan

Damage on the roof following an explosion at a property on the Lower Braniel Road, Belfast

Two hospitalised after gas explosion at house in Belfast

Two people have been taken to hospital following a suspected gas explosion at a house in east Belfast.

Ulster • 07 Jan

Mikel Arteta manager / head coach of Arsenal reacts during the Premier League match between Bournemouth and Arsenal at Vitality Stadium on January 03, 2026 in Bournemouth, England

Arteta eyes trophies to justify Invincibles comparisons

Mikel Arteta has insisted his Premier League title-chasing Arsenal side can only be mentioned in the same breath as the Invincibles if they start winning major trophies.

Soccer • 07 Jan

Bald man with blue eyes named Miles Cross has his photo taken by north Wales Police

Man jailed for selling assisted suicide chemicals online

A man who assisted suicide by selling a substance online for £100 to vulnerable people has been jailed for 14 years after what is believed to be the first prosecution of its kind in the UK.

UK • 07 Jan

Ekitike a major doubt for Liverpool against Arsenal

Hugo Ekitike is a major doubt for Thursday's big Premier League clash between Arsenal and Liverpool. The Reds forward missed the 2-2 draw against Fulham at the weekend because of a minor hamstring problem and has not yet returned to training.

Soccer • 07 Jan

Former Manchester United players Michael Carrick and Ole Gunnar Solskjaer arrive ahead of the funeral service for Sir Bobby Charlton at Manchester Cathedral, Manchester. Manchester United and England great Sir Bobby Charlton died aged 86 in October. Charl

United to hold further talks with Solskjaer and Carrick

Ole Gunnar Solskjaer and Michael Carrick are set for further talks with Manchester United later this week as the club work to appoint an interim head coach.

Soccer • 07 Jan

Helen McEntee said that any changes to Troubles legacy laws should be agreed by both governments

Troubles law change requires both governments - McEntee

Any significant changes to legislation linked to a an Irish and UK framework on the Troubles must have the full agreement of both governments, Minister for Foreign Affairs Helen McEntee has said.

Ulster • 07 Jan

United speak to Solskjaer & Carrick about interim role

Manchester United have spoken to Ole Gunnar Solskjaer and Michael Carrick about the interim manager's role as the club consider their options, it's understood.

Soccer • 07 Jan

Gentoo penguin at Sea Life London Aquarium

Aquarium owners consider next steps after penguin talks

The owners of Sea Life London Aquarium are considering the possible next steps for the attraction's captive penguins after "challenging" talks over the birds' future.

News Lens • 07 Jan

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Celtic fan group asks for conciliatory talks with board

Ex-Tottenham striker Chivers dies aged 80

Two hospitalised after gas explosion at house in Belfast

Arteta eyes trophies to justify Invincibles comparisons

Man jailed for selling assisted suicide chemicals online

Ekitike a major doubt for Liverpool against Arsenal

United to hold further talks with Solskjaer and Carrick

Troubles law change requires both governments - McEntee

United speak to Solskjaer & Carrick about interim role

Aquarium owners consider next steps after penguin talks