Everton signed Belgium striker Romelu Lukaku from Chelsea for a club record £28million on this day in 2014. The move came after a successful loan spell at Goodison Park the…
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Matthew Daulby: Murder investigation under way as tributes paid to teenager stabbed to death in Ormskirk
The family of a teenager who died after a stabbing have paid tribute to a “compassionate, loving and funny young man” who had a “bright future ahead of him”. Matthew…
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The Erik ten Hag secrets that set the standard at Manchester United
Erik ten Hag is transforming Manchester United with his fastidious approach to standards and discipline – Matthew Peters/Manchester United via Getty Images To give you an idea of how fastidious…
Read MoreIN MEMORIAM: Death notices in the Standard this week
The Wilts And Gloucestershire Standard has published one death notice in the last 7 days. Every week, the Wilts And Gloucestershire Standard publishes death notices and funeral announcements from the families…
Read MoreTerence Crawford undisputed champion after TKO victory over Errol Spence Jr
Terence Crawford has become the undisputed welterweight champion after a dominant performance against Errol Spence Jr in Las Vegas. Crawford unleashed a flurry of punches in round nine to a…
Read MoreElon Musk reinstates Kanye West
Kanye West’s Twitter account has been reinstated after an almost eight-month ban over offensive tweets. The rapper’s account now shows his last post from 1 December, a day prior to…
Read MoreDay four of fifth Ashes Test: Stuart Broad aims to go out on a high note
England great Stuart Broad could bring the curtain down on a stellar Test career on day four of the final Ashes Test at the Kia Oval. Broad made the shock…
Read MoreEllie Carpenter says Matildas are best with backs to wall ahead of ‘do-or-die’ Canada clash
A game, but also an occasion. That’s how Matildas’ wingback Ellie Carpenter describes the team’s must-win final group stage clash with Canada in Melbourne on Monday. Win, and Australia will…
Read MoreBrad Pitt pauses filming on F1 blockbuster in support of Hollywood strikes
Brad Pitt has paused production on his forthcoming Formula 1 feature film in support of the US actors’ and writers’ strike. The Hollywood star, 59, had been shooting scenes for…
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