Celtic have secured the signing of highly-rated teenage goalkeeper Warren Lyall from Dundee, fending off interest from Arsenal and other English clubs. The 16-year-old Scotland youth international has signed his first professional contract with the Hoops.
JD Wetherspoon will open only five of its 800 UK pubs for the 1am England v Mexico World Cup match, with two in the North East: The Bishop's Mill in Durham and The Cooper Rose in Sunderland.
The FCA has suspended car finance payouts worth £829, with compensation for 12.1 million drivers now at risk after legal challenges to the redress scheme.
UK services firms reported the steepest decline in activity for three-and-a-half years in June, driven by the Iran war and political uncertainty, with the PMI falling to 48.8.
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John Scoble of Horwich & Blackrod First Independents won the Horwich North by-election with 1,186 votes, more than all other six candidates combined, securing 50% of the vote share.
The United States offered Iran $100 billion to stop charging tolls on ships in the Strait of Hormuz, but Tehran refused, according to The Wall Street Journal.
Pubs across England can stay open until 5am for England's World Cup match vs Mexico on July 6, after Starmer removed licensing restrictions. Greene King opens 600 pubs, Wetherspoons opens 5. Full list inside.
Real Madrid have officially denied any interest in Chelsea midfielder Enzo Fernandez this summer, despite reports of a £120m price tag and the player's desire to leave Stamford Bridge.
German defence giant Renk agrees to buy UK naval supplier David Brown Defence, valued at up to $250 million, in a deal expected to close in late 2026.
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Real Madrid have issued a statement denying any negotiations for Chelsea midfielder Enzo Fernandez, calling reports unfounded and expressing respect for the player and club.
Andy Burnham's tax proposal to cut business rates for pubs by 20% has been slammed as 'of no use whatsoever' by pub owner Marc Bridgen, dealing a humiliating blow hours after the announcement.
Andy Burnham, expected to become PM, says he will 'stick by' Labour's 2024 manifesto but sees 'room for movement on tax', including higher business rates for warehouses to cut rates for pubs.
Timberland has opened its first standalone store in the North East at Metrocentre, marking the 22nd new brand to invest in the Gateshead destination in the last year.
Southport Artisan Market returns July 4 with 47 stalls, live music, free kids' crafts, and a celebration of independent businesses at Southport Market.
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Hayden Hackney's £16.5m signing from Middlesbrough is unlikely to be Everton's last midfield addition, as David Moyes eyes further changes and potential exits for Carlos Alcaraz, Tim Iroegbunam, and Harrison Armstrong.
Trump earned $2.2bn last year, largely from crypto and real estate, raising conflict-of-interest questions. Former Labor Secretary Robert Reich argues Trump prioritizes personal profit over public service.
Keir Starmer's decision to cut infrastructure spending to fund defence will cost the UK 10,000 jobs, according to an analysis of government figures, casting doubt on claims of boosting British jobs.
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Manchester City announced Elliot Anderson's £116m transfer with just 82 words, showing class and respect for England's World Cup campaign. The modest statement avoids distractions and sets a positive tone for the record British transfer.
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Manchester United are struggling to replace Casemiro after missing out on Elliot Anderson and Mateus Fernandes, with Aurelien Tchouameni now a target but a difficult deal to pull off.
Arsenal missed out on Sandro Tonali due to wage demands, now face Tottenham hijacking Eli Junior Kroupi. The Gunners have yet to make a major signing this summer despite a £250m war chest.
Manchester United have reportedly opened direct talks with West Ham United over a move for Crysencio Summerville, as Marcus Rashford's departure from Old Trafford appears increasingly likely.
Barcelona may challenge Manchester United's refusal to loan Marcus Rashford again. The 28-year-old shone at Camp Nou but a permanent move stalled. United want to sell or reintegrate him.
Arsenal have withdrawn from negotiations to sign Leicester City winger Jeremy Monga, allowing Manchester City to hijack the £10 million transfer for the 16-year-old prodigy.
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Tyre Spot, a family-owned garage chain employing 148 people across 11 sites in the North East, has been acquired by Micheldever Tyre Services in a deal that will rebrand the sites as Protyre Autocare.
Barcelona could test Manchester United's firm stance against another loan for Marcus Rashford, despite signing Anthony Gordon. The 28-year-old impressed on loan last season, but United want a permanent sale or reintegration.
Mateus Fernandes has named Bruno Fernandes as his idol despite deciding to join Tottenham Hotspur ahead of Manchester United in an £85 million deal.
Andre Onana's season-long loan to Trabzonspor will be announced within 24 hours. Man Utd could receive up to €1.5m in bonuses, with Trabzonspor covering most wages.
Manchester City are attempting to hijack Arsenal's deal for Leicester City wonderkid Jeremy Monga, with the 16-year-old reportedly tempted by the Premier League champions' project.
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Lyon are reportedly eyeing moves for Rangers striker Youssef Chermiti and Hearts forward Claudio Braga as they seek attacking reinforcements, with both SPFL clubs bracing for potential record departures.
