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Barton: Rooney and pundits would fail in Sunday league

Joey Barton launches another blistering attack on football pundits, claiming Wayne Rooney and other high-profile commentators wouldn't survive in amateur football while defending his controversial opinions.

Finnish youth snub mother tongue for English books

A new study reveals a dramatic generational shift in Finland, with young people increasingly snubbing Finnish literature for English-language books, raising concerns about cultural identity.

UK Girls' Sports Imagery Lacks Diversity, Report Finds

A landmark study reveals that media portrayals of girls in sport are overwhelmingly white, middle-class, and focused on a narrow range of activities, creating a significant barrier to participation for many young women across the UK.

How Heavy Metal Became Finland's Secret Power Tool

Discover how Finland is leveraging its heavy metal music scene as a soft power tool to reshape its global image, boost tourism, and drive economic growth in a groundbreaking cultural strategy.

Brighton's Inclusive Rugby World Cup Sells Out

Brighton's Amex Stadium becomes the epicentre of inclusive sport as it hosts a triumphant, sold-out weekend for the 2025 Rugby World Cup, setting a new benchmark for diversity and accessibility in major sporting events.

Mum moves 5000 miles for world's best schools

A determined UK mother sold everything to relocate her family to Finland, seeking a superior education and a better quality of life for her children. Discover her inspiring journey.

Competitive Rubbish Collection Sweeps Australia

Thousands of Australians are swapping the gym for green spaces in a revolutionary fitness craze that combines jogging with litter collection. Discover how 'plogging' is transforming communities and wellbeing.

Fevola: I would have struggled with a gay AFL teammate

Former Carlton star Brendan Fevola makes a candid and remorseful revelation about the AFL's past culture, admitting he would have struggled with a gay teammate in the dressing rooms during his playing days, highlighting a significant shift in sporting att

Rubio Asks Trump To Ban Weddings In Football Season

US Senator Marco Rubio makes a satirical plea to Donald Trump, urging an executive order to halt all weddings during the American college football season, sparking a mix of amusement and debate.

Duplantis & Lake Shine at Diamond League Finals in Eugene

Swedish pole vault sensation Mondo Duplantis secures a dominant Diamond League trophy victory, as Britain's Morgan Lake delivers a stellar performance to clinch silver in the women's high jump at the season finale in Eugene.

Red Roses to Face USA in Historic Sunderland Clash

England's all-conquering Red Roses are set to make history as they bring international rugby union to Sunderland's Stadium of Light for the first time ever against the USA this September.

Crawford Calls Out Canelo For Super-Middleweight Fight

Undisputed welterweight king Terence Crawford has thrown down the gauntlet, publicly challenging Mexican superstar Canelo Alvarez to a blockbuster showdown. Crawford boldly claims he can conquer the super-middleweight division and end Canelo's reign.

Tribute to Wimbledon Champion Angela Mortimer

A tribute to the legendary British tennis star Angela Mortimer, who rose to become Wimbledon champion in 1961 despite a significant hearing impairment, etching her name into sporting history.

Football match postponed due to goose poo invasion

A grassroots football clash in the UK was hilariously abandoned after a pitch invasion of a different kind – a thick carpet of goose droppings rendered the field unplayable and hazardous.

Tyson Fury's Next Fight: Gypsy King Eyes Comeback

Exclusive: Tyson Fury is already plotting his return to the ring after the controversial loss to Oleksandr Usyk. Get the latest on his potential next opponent and the timeline for his comeback.

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