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Footage of Andrew “Freddie” Flintoff shortly after his Top Gear crash has been shown for the first time, revealing the extent of his injuries. The TV presenter and former England cricket all-rounder sustained serious facial injuries and broken ribs after a crash while filming Top Gear at Dunsfold Aerodrome, Surrey, in December 2022. The incident

A former university student has finally been allowed to graduate 41 years after completing his degree – on the same day as his son. Jonny Clothier, 62, studied architecture at the University of Bristol and finished his studies in 1983. But after the pet parrot of one of his flatmates defaced their accommodation – they

There was the deep sense of accomplishment just making it to the Olympics. The inspirational power of reaching the podium. And the determination to show seeking help is worth it. From gymnastics star Simone Biles to Team GB’s medallists, day two of Paris 2024 showed mental health challenges can be overcome – finding valued empathy

The number of plastic bags found on Britain’s beaches has fallen by 80% since the introduction of a levy around a decade ago, new figures show. The Marine Conservation Society (MCS), which monitors litter on the shoreline, is now urging the government to build on the success by introducing a deposit scheme for plastic bottles,

Rachel Reeves will signal Labour’s plans to cut government departments and the Civil Service as the new administration looks to accuse Rishi Sunak of “covering up” problems with the economy. The chancellor is set to speak to the House of Commons on Monday following a review of the government finances after taking office at the

Sir Andy Murray’s career was rescued from the brink as he and Dan Evans saved five match points to win their doubles opener at the Olympics. The British tennis great said before the tournament it would be his last ever competition. In one of his best comebacks, Murray and Evans recovered from losing the first

A woman has died after she was attacked while walking her dog in Suffolk. Anita Rose, 57, was found unconscious by a member of the public lying on a track near Rectory Lane, Brantham, at around 6.25am on Wednesday. Ms Rose had left her house at around 5am to take her springer spaniel, called Bruce,

The Gladiators referee who said the iconic line “Gladiators ready! Contenders ready!” has died at the age of 92, the TV show said. John Anderson was best known as the umpire in the original ITV show, which aired between 1992 and 2000, and the revamped Sky series in 2008. The Scottish sports coach trained more

Suella Braverman will not run to be the next leader of the Conservative Party. The former home secretary said she had the backing she needed to run but has chosen not to. “Although I’m grateful to the 10 MPs who wanted to nominate me for the leadership, getting on to the ballot is not enough.

Kemi Badenoch has entered the Conservative leadership race to replace Rishi Sunak with a pledge to tell voters the truth. The shadow housing secretary – who served as business and trade secretary in the last government – becomes the sixth person to put themselves forward. She joins James Cleverly, Tom Tugendhat, Robert Jenrick and Mel

The UK could see its hottest day of the year so far as high temperatures bring a possible official heatwave over the next few days, according to forecasters. Much of the country enjoyed fine and dry conditions over the weekend with many making the most of the illusive summer sun or heading to beaches and

Sir Keir Starmer has issued a rallying cry ahead of the Euro 2024 final, telling the England team: “We’re all behind you.” The prime minister, who will be in the Olympic Stadium in Berlin on Sunday to cheer on the Three Lions against Spain, told the players they have already “made the country proud”. They

Sky Sports commentator John Hunt said he and his family are “devastated” over the murders of his wife and two daughters. Carol Hunt, 61, Louise, 25, and Hannah, 28, were killed in a crossbow attack at a house in Ashlyn Close, in Bushey, Hertfordshire, this week. In a statement, the BBC and Sky Sports racing

A 24-year-old man has been arrested after remains were found in two suitcases in Bristol and a flat in west London. There had been a manhunt in the wake of the discovery of body parts, but police are now not looking for anyone else in connection with the incident. The man was detained by armed

The Princess of Wales will attend the men’s final at Wimbledon on Sunday, Kensington Palace has confirmed. It is set to be the second public appearance Kate has made since her cancer diagnosis was announced earlier this year after she attended Trooping the Colour last month. Kate has been a patron of the All-England Lawn

Police have released an image of a suspect still on the loose after human remains were found in two suitcases left by Clifton Suspension Bridge. In a press conference, detectives from Avon and Somerset Police said the suspect was taken to the bridge by a taxi, and that the taxi driver is working with officers

England have reached the final of the Euros for the second time in a row after beating the Netherlands 2 – 1 in Dortmund. A last gasp goal from substitute Ollie Watkins secured victory for England in dramatic fashion minutes after Bukayo Saka had an effort ruled offside. England had survived a scare in the

A manhunt is under way after three women were found dead in a house in Hertfordshire. Detectives are “actively seeking” 26-year-old Kyle Clifford after the victims were discovered by police and paramedics in Bushey on Tuesday night. Follow Bushey manhunt latest Here is everything we know about Clifford and the incident so far. Women ‘believed

A manhunt has been launched after three women were murdered in Hertfordshire. Police said they are urgently trying to find 26-year-old Kyle Clifford who is wanted in connection with the incident. Officers were called to a property in Ashlyn Close, Bushey, just before 7pm on Tuesday. They found three women – believed to be related