The 2025 Ryder Cup promises to be one of the most thrilling in history as Team Europe look to beat their American arch rivals in New York. But Team USA will be laden with top talent, with Scottie Scheffler, Xander Schauffele and Bryson DeChambeau set to make up their side. Ryder Cup 2025 : Dates and how to followThe 45th edition of the Ryder Cup will take place from Friday, September 26 to Sunday, September 28. 4 McIlroy was superb during the 2023 Ryder Cup Credit: GettyRyder Cup 2025: The teamsThe PGA of America and Ryder Cup Europe will confirm their teams in due course. 4 Winning a Ryder Cup away from home remains one of the toughest things to do in sport Credit: GettyRyder Cup 2025: What has been said?

August 27, 2025 14:34 UTC

In 2013, Swift joined Suffolk superstar Ed Sheeran in his hometown of Framlingham. Swift and Tom Hiddleston were seen wandering along the Suffolk coastline with the British actor's mum, Diana. READ MORE: Celebrities with connections to these Suffolk townsThe 35-year-old is reportedly a descendant of the De La Pole family, who once lorded over Suffolk. Her ancestry can be traced back to Michael De La Pole, 2nd Earl of Suffolk. His father, Michael De La Pole, 1st Earl of Suffolk, lived at Wingfield Castle in north Suffolk alongside his wife, Katherine Wingfield.

August 27, 2025 14:19 UTC

Full list of times UK motorists are legally allowed to use their mobile phone while drivingThere are four exceptions whereby using a mobile phone while behind the wheel is permittedA woman texting on her phone whilst driving. According to figures published by the RAC last year, 15,300 drivers were prosecuted for using a handheld mobile phone in the UK in 2023. In the previous year, 22 people were killed and 674 injured in road traffic collisions where a driver using a mobile phone was considered to be a contributory factor. Drivers must never use a handheld device when behind the wheel, even if it is offline or in flight mode. As outlined in the Highway Code, there are four exceptions whereby using a phone while behind the wheel is permitted.

August 27, 2025 13:41 UTC

UK motorists with stop-start warned they could face £1,000 fine if they do one thingAn offender could even be banned from driving in some casesA Mercedes-Benz start and stop engine button. (Image: Harold Cunningham/Getty Images)UK drivers with Stop-Start technology in their vehicles are being warned that they could face a fine of up to £1,000 if they are caught doing one thing. If a driver is caught using their phone while the automatic stop-start function is engaged, they will be prosecuted and could even be banned from driving in some cases. ‌Offenders could be hit with six penalty points and receive a maximum fine of £1,000. Article continues belowAs outlined in the Highway Code, there are four exceptions whereby using a phone while behind the wheel is permitted.

August 27, 2025 12:31 UTC

London’s Metropolitan Police deployed live facial recognition at this year’s Notting Hill Carnival. Point phone camera here‘Almost 100 people of interest’“Live facial recognition proved to be a successful part of the Notting Hill Carnival policing operation,” the police force wrote. Daily NewsletterThe Minderoo Centre for Technology and Democracy reported in 2022 that British police use of facial recognition technology violated both human rights laws and ethical norms. Although facial recognition was deployed in 2016 and 2017, widespread pushback led police to temporarily discontinue its use. “We acknowledge that when LFR was previously deployed at Notting Hill Carnival in 2016 and 2017, it did not build public confidence,” the commissioner said.

August 27, 2025 10:55 UTC

Strathberry Mosaic Nano in VanillaFrom the Edinburgh-based label Strathberry, the Mosaic Nano Bag is a compact design made for modern versatility. Expertly crafted from supple leather, it showcases sleek lines, a structured top handle and detachable shoulder strap. Handcrafted from full-grain leather, it showcases the brand's signature shield lock, a detachable strap and thoughtfully designed interior compartments. Tusting Mini Holly Bag in TaupeTusting's Mini Holly Bag is a day-to-night companion with a graceful 1950s-inspired silhouette. Elegant yet versatile, it transitions effortlessly from daytime engagements to evening events with its structured silhouette, top handle and detachable shoulder strap.

August 27, 2025 06:55 UTC

Why and when did Meghan leave the UK? Meghan Markle has always been open about how life changed after stepping away from royal duties. To become financially independent, split their time between the UK and North America, and step away from intense public and royal obligations. She left the UK during Megxit in early 2020, choosing a quieter, independent life in California with her family. Although she’s built a new chapter filled with creativity and lifestyle projects, the soft pop of Magic FM still lingers in memory.

August 27, 2025 05:50 UTC

‘To recruit and retain nurses, we need to improve the image of nursing’ Digital Edition: ‘To recruit and retain nurses, we need to improve the image of nursing’ Linda Nazarko on the current challenges facing the nursing workforce and what can be done to improve nurse recruitment. To continue reading either:Access your account Log in Log in to your account to access your content on Nursing Times. Get unlimited access Subscribe today to access over 6,000 peer-reviewed clinical articles, exclusive learning units, step-by-step procedures, the AI-powered Ask Nursing Times tool, the latest news, expert analysis, and the full NT Archive dating back to 1905. Premium subscribers also get exclusive access to Nursing Insights – interactive dashboards covering workforce, patient experience, and public health. Already have an account, click here to sign inCheck if you already have access from your company or university

August 27, 2025 05:36 UTC

During the episode, Women's Intercontinental Champion Becky Lynch, who is originally from Ireland, went face-to-face with rival Nikki Bella. Ozzy Osbourne died aged 76 on July 22 (Image: Ian West/PA)Becky Lynch promo on Ozzy OsbourneAddressing Bella, Lynch said: "I am not wrestling in Birmingham. "Ozzy Osbourne has the good sense to move to LA, a proper city. - Becky Lynch to the crowd in Birmingham 😅 pic.twitter.com/q4ejJHnmYI — WrestleTalk (@WrestleTalk_TV) August 25, 2025Another said: "I like Becky Lynch, but this was out of line. Kelly Osbourne hits back at WWE's Becky Lynch for Ozzy promoFollowing the promo at last night's episode of Raw, Ozzy's daughter Kelly Osbourne took to social media to hit back.

August 27, 2025 04:16 UTC

Farage's deportation plans and 'Taylor to wed Travis'Image source, Taylor Swift/Instagram27 August 2025, 01:15 BST"Finally, a politician who gets it" is how the Daily Mail responds to Nigel Farage's plans to deport as many as 600,000 illegal immigrants if he becomes prime minister. The paper's editorial says while the proposals have been "sneered at" by political opponents, Farage "is in tune with Middle Britain". According to a Taliban official quoted in the Daily Telegraph, Afghanistan is "ready and willing" to "receive and embrace" anyone sent by Farage. "Labour bid to head off small boats hits trouble", is the Times headline. The Sun says the announcement on social media last night sent Taylor Swift's millions of fans into "meltdown".

August 27, 2025 00:33 UTC

A mass producer of graphene-based electronic devices has landed £41m Series C funding round after a lengthy approval process which saw it come within two weeks of running out of cash. The now-completed deal gives Mubadala a 12.8% stake in the business after ministerial approval and, despite the delays, it puts Paragraf in a position to ramp up production and bring its graphene-based chips closer to mass-market deployment. “This investment is a strong signal of confidence in Paragraf and our mission in the face of global economic uncertainty,” said Thomas. “This new funding will enable us to expand production of faster, more energy-efficient technologies to the scale required by major commercial opportunities. “In what is a particularly challenging funding environment, we’ve attracted strong interest and are pleased to have secured the backing of both new and existing partners who share our vision for transforming electronics with graphene.”

August 27, 2025 00:32 UTC

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August 26, 2025 22:30 UTC

Fivespan Partners, the activist investment firm founded by Dylan Haggart and Sarah Coyne, has taken a new stake in The New York Times Co. (NYSE:NYT) and is pressing the publisher to lean further into artificial intelligence to accelerate growth. While the size of Fivespan's position has not been disclosed, people familiar with the matter say the firm has engaged privately with the Times' management. Fivespan also sees parallels between the Times' digital subscription model and platforms like Netflix and Spotify, suggesting the company could benefit from similar valuation premiums as AI integration deepens. Currently, more than half of the Times' digital subscribers come from bundled offerings that combine news, games, and cooking contenta strategy Fivespan believes AI could further enhance. The New York Times recently reported adding 230,000 digital subscribers in the second quarter, pushing total subscriptions across digital and print to 11.9 million.

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