Nigel Farage wins Clacton seat in Reform UK breakthrough
Nigel Farage wins Clacton seat with decisive majority, marking Reform UK's first parliamentary breakthrough and dealing a crushing blow to Rishi Sunak's Conservative Party.
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Hun Sen returns as Cambodia Senate President in power consolidation
Former Cambodian Prime Minister Hun Sen makes a shock return to government as President of the Senate, consolidating his family's political dynasty and raising concerns about the country's democratic future.
Anisimova stuns Sabalenka in French Open thriller
American tennis star Amanda Anisimova delivers a spectacular performance to defeat world number two Aryna Sabalenka in a gripping three-set battle at Roland Garros.
Ireland stun New Zealand in epic Rugby World Cup semi-final
Ireland's women's rugby team delivers a historic performance, defeating the formidable Black Ferns 25-17 in a breathtaking World Cup semi-final. Relive the key moments that led to this monumental upset.
Ostapenko Stuns Gauff in US Open Shocker
Jelena Ostapenko delivers a stunning upset at Flushing Meadows, defeating sixth seed Coco Gauff in a straight-sets masterclass to blast into the quarter-finals.
Taylor Townsend Creates US Open History With Stunning Win
American tennis star Taylor Townsend creates a seismic upset at the US Open, defeating a former Grand Slam champion to become the first player awarded a main draw wildcard by the USTA's new national pathway.
Rugby World Cup Shock: Samoa Stuns USA in Historic Win
Samoa's women's rugby team delivers a monumental shock at the 2025 Rugby World Cup, defeating the heavily favoured USA Eagles in a tense and physical Pool C clash.
US Open Shock: Gauff & Pegula Stunned in Doubles Exit
American dream team Coco Gauff and Jessica Pegula suffer a shocking third-round exit at the US Open, defeated in straight sets by unseeded pair Marie Bouzková and Laura Siegemund. A major upset in Flushing Meadows.
Back-to-Back Barries: Australia's Divisive Political Debates
An explosive dive into the political turmoil gripping Australia. From the controversial legacy of Dan Andrews to heated debates on public health and leadership, discover the forces dividing the nation. Exclusive insights from Guardian Australia's podcast.
Anisimova stuns Sabalenka in epic US Open upset
American wildcard Amanda Anisimova delivers a monumental upset, defeating reigning champion Aryna Sabalenka in a dramatic three-set battle to advance to the US Open fourth round.
Anisimova stuns Osaka in dramatic US Open upset
In a dramatic US Open third-round clash, American wildcard Amanda Anisimova delivered a stunning upset, defeating former champion Naomi Osaka 7-5, 6-4. The emotional victory marks a powerful comeback for Anisimova and a heartbreaking early exit for Osaka.
Muchova stuns Osaka in French Open epic
Czech star Karolina Muchova delivers a stunning upset against former World No. 1 Naomi Osaka in a gripping three-set battle on the clay courts of Roland Garros.
Swiatek Stunned by Putintseva in Wimbledon Shock
World No.1 Iga Swiatek's 21-match winning streak is over after a dramatic three-set defeat to Kazakhstan's Yulia Putintseva on Wimbledon's Court No.1. The shock exit reshapes the women's singles draw.
Inside Trump's MAGA Uniform: The Secret Dress Code
An exclusive look inside the unofficial 'MAGA uniform' adopted by Donald Trump's aides and allies, revealing the surprising designer brands and calculated fashion choices that define his political movement's visual identity.
Green's Polanski stuns Corbyn in Islington North victory
In a seismic political upset, Green Party's Zack Polanski has seized Islington North from veteran socialist Jeremy Corbyn, signalling a profound shift in the UK's left-wing landscape and a crushing blow to the Labour leadership.
Wales Stunned by Kazakhstan in Shock Cardiff Defeat
Rob Page's Wales suffer a shocking 1-0 defeat to Kazakhstan in their Euro 2026 qualifier at Cardiff City Stadium, leaving their qualification hopes hanging by a thread.
Fritz stuns Djokovic in epic US Open quarter-final
Taylor Fritz delivers a monumental upset at Flushing Meadows, dethroning Novak Djokovic in a brutal five-set quarter-final battle. Full match report and analysis inside.
Fritz Stuns Djokovic in Historic US Open Upset
American tennis star Taylor Fritz ends his 0-8 streak against Novak Djokovic in a stunning four-set US Open quarter-final upset, marking a monumental shift in men's tennis.
Pegula Stunned by Krejcikova in Wimbledon Upset
American No.1 Jessica Pegula suffers a dramatic third-round exit at Wimbledon, defeated by Czech star Barbora Krejcikova in a gripping Centre Court battle. The upset shakes up the women's draw as Krejcikova advances.
Grimsby Stun Barnsley in Dramatic Carabao Cup Penalty Win
League Two Grimsby Town pulled off a stunning EFL Cup upset, defeating Championship side Barnsley 4-3 on penalties after a goalless draw, securing a place in the second round.
Krejcikova stuns Pegula in Wimbledon thriller
Barbora Krejcikova delivers a stunning Wimbledon upset, eliminating world No.5 Jessica Pegula in a dramatic three-set thriller on Court No.1. The 2021 French Open champion advances to the fourth round.
Townsend stuns Krejcikova in US Open masterclass
American star Taylor Townsend delivers a stunning upset against former champion Barbora Krejcikova in a thrilling third-round US Open clash, advancing to the last 16 with a display of fearless serve-and-volley tennis.
Japan stun New Zealand in Women's Rugby World Cup shock
Japan's Sakura Fifteen achieve a monumental 17-13 upset against the mighty New Zealand Black Ferns in a thrilling Women's Rugby World Cup pool match, sending shockwaves through the tournament.
US Open: Townsend Stuns Pegula in Epic Day 8 Upset
Relive all the drama from a breathtaking Day 8 at the US Open. Carlos Alcaraz and Aryna Sabalenka cruise, while Taylor Townsend delivers a monumental shock by dethroning home favourite Jessica Pegula in a New York classic.
Spain Stuns Ireland in Rugby World Cup Qualifier Shock
Ireland's Rugby World Cup dreams hang by a thread after a shock 22-21 defeat to Spain in a fiery and controversial qualifying match in Madrid.
Trumpeter Awaits Bolsonaro's Supreme Court Verdict
As Brazil's Supreme Court deliberates on former President Jair Bolsonaro's political fate, a lone trumpeter prepares to sound a symbolic wake. Exclusive insight into the tense atmosphere in Brasília.
Townsend stuns Ostapenko in US Open shock
American doubles specialist Taylor Townsend delivers a spectacular singles performance, eliminating the formidable 11th seed Jelena Ostapenko in a gripping second-round clash at Flushing Meadows.
Swiatek's Doha Streak Ended by Kalinskaya in Shock Defeat
World No.1 Iga Swiatek's 13-match winning streak in Doha was dramatically ended by qualifier Anna Kalinskaya in a stunning Qatar Open semi-final upset.
Sunderland stun Brentford in dramatic Carabao Cup upset
League One Sunderland produced a stunning Carabao Cup comeback, defeating Premier League Brentford 2-1. Discover the key talking points from a thrilling night at the Stadium of Light.
Townsend stuns Ostapenko in epic US Open battle
In a stunning US Open upset, American Taylor Townsend defeats former champion Jelena Ostapenko in a gripping three-set battle on Arthur Ashe Stadium. Discover how the unseeded star's bold tactics secured her a spot in the fourth round.
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