Real Madrid scouts have checked in on Crystal Palace and England midfielder Adam Wharton - Paper Talk
The top stories and transfer rumours from Tuesday's newspapers...DAILY MAILReal Madrid scouts have checked on Adam Wharton since his return to first-team action at Crystal Palace. Andre Onana is believed to have made a decision over his Manchester United future amid a slew of criticism into his shaky performances between the sticks for the Red Devils. Former Arsenal defender Kolo Toure says fasting and playing games made him psychologically stronger during the month of Ramadan. Manchester United are staring at a £100million-plus black hole as the cost of their season of hell is laid bare. Josh Kroenke has jetted in for talks with Mikel Arteta as the Arsenal boss looks to salvage his season.
Source:The Times
March 03, 2025 23:39 UTC
Camilla becomes royal patron of British Racing School
Camilla has a keen interest in the equestrian world, regularly attending major racing meets such as Royal Ascot and the Cheltenham Festival, and is associated with a number of equine charities including the British Equestrian Federation and the Ebony Horse Club. Andrew Braithwaite, the school’s chief executive, said: “The Queen is hugely committed to supporting British racing and to ensuring that young people have the opportunity to experience the life-changing benefits of working with and riding horses, and are able to access the brilliant careers within racing. Queen Camilla meets former racing horse Percy Toplis during a visit to the British Racing School in Newmarket, Suffolk, to mark its 40th anniversary (Kirsty Wigglesworth/PA)“We are incredibly lucky and proud to have Her Majesty’s support.”The King and Queen took on Queen Elizabeth II’s stable of racehorses after her death in 2022 and one of their former racehorses, Schematic, is used at the school to train students who study everything from horse training and administration to furthering their jockey skills. Camilla visited the school as part of its 40th anniversary celebrations in 2023, four decades after Charles, then the Prince of Wales, opened the institution. The school is based in Newmarket, Suffolk, the global headquarters of British racing, and among its many courses are two community projects designed to increase access to horses and ponies – the Newmarket Pony Academy for eight to 14-year-olds in the local area, and the Riding A Dream Academy, which supports young people from diverse ethnic communities into the sport.
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March 03, 2025 23:12 UTC
Polish democracy hero Walesa says Trump’s treatment of Zelensky filled him with ‘horror’
Poland’s former president and Nobel Peace Prize winner Lech Walesa, shown in 2023, joined other former political prisoners in writing a letter to U.S. President Trump, stating they found his behavior toward Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky offensive. “Gratitude is due to the heroic Ukrainian soldiers who shed blood in defense of the values of the free world. Walesa posted the letter on Facebook on Monday along with a photograph of himself with Trump. It was signed by himself and 38 other former democracy activists who were imprisoned by Poland’s Moscow-backed communist regime before 1989. We are shocked that you treated President Volodymyr Zelensky in a similar way,” they wrote.
Source:The Times
March 03, 2025 22:54 UTC
Windsor Castle hosts historic open Iftar event for Ramadan in UK
(Photo credit:X/Open Iftar)In a historic first, Windsor Castle's State Apartments hosted an open Iftar event, welcoming over 350 guests at St George's Hall on Sunday to break their Ramadan fast.Simon Maples, visitor operations director at Windsor Castle, emphasised the King's long-standing commitment to "championing religious diversity and encouraging interfaith conversation" for years, according to BBC.St George's Hall, traditionally reserved for hosting state dignitaries and grand ceremonial banquets, served as the venue for this significant occasion. Following tradition, attendees consumed dates and offered prayers before commencing their meal.King Charles and Queen Camilla had also participated in pre-Ramadan preparations last week during a visit to Darjeeling Express, an Indian restaurant in London.Sharing the moment on X, the official Royal Family account posted a video with the caption: "Packing dates at Darjeeling Express! Traditionally, dates are eaten as the first food to break the fast at sunset during Ramadan. Their Majesties helped pack dates that will be sent to local hospitals for Iftaar during the holy month.," the post read.Ramadan, the holiest month in the Islamic calendar, is a time when Muslims fast from dawn to sunset. The free event was organised by the London-based charity Ramadan Tent Project.This year marks the second time the MAC has hosted an Iftar to celebrate the sacred month, which began over the weekend.
Source:The Times
March 03, 2025 21:39 UTC
How to watch Crufts dog show as it returns for 2025
The Kennel Club, which runs Crufts, has revealed the five finalists nominated for its annual Hero Dog Award 2025. You can see all the finalists and place your vote for the Hero Dog Award via the Crufts website. Crufts 2025 will take place from Thursday, March 6 and end on Sunday, March 9. How to watch Crufts 2025If you aren't making a trip to the NEC, you can tune into all the action from the comfort of your own home on Channel 4 or Crufts’ YouTube channel. On YouTube, the dog show will be broadcast live on a stream at the time the events happen.
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March 03, 2025 20:50 UTC
Aerospace giant Senior shrugs off Boeing strikes as production ‘ramps up’
Revenues for its aerospace division jumped by a 10th in 2024, compared with the previous year, which it said reflected greater production of aircraft despite being hampered by issues during the year. Senior makes high-technology parts for civil and military aircraft, and also components for vehicles. But it said Boeing has begun to “ramp up” production since restarting operations in December. Group chief executive David Squires said: “Our aerospace revenue and profits have grown, notwithstanding the well-documented situation at Boeing, which affected production volumes. The company, which also sells military aircraft within its defence division, reported a pre-tax profit of £27.8 million for 2024, up 27% from 2023 at constant currency.
Source:The Times
March 03, 2025 20:48 UTC
Original ballet based on Mulan in Wilkes-Barre
The Dance Theatre of Wilkes-Barre will bring an original ballet based on the story of Mulan to the F.M. Kirby Center for the Performing Arts, Wilkes-Barre, on Saturday, May 31 at 2 p.m. Created by director Gina Malsky, it follows the legendary Chinese heroine warrior. Tickets are $20, plus fees, at kirbycenter.org/show/dance-theatre-of-wilkes-barre-the-story-of-mulan, at the box office, Monday through Friday, 10 a.m. until 5 p.m.; or by calling 570-826-1100. The theater address is 70 Public Square.
Source:The Times
March 03, 2025 20:02 UTC
UK insists Zelenskyy needs to improve relations with US – The Times
The United Kingdom insists that Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy should do everything possible to improve relations with the United States. Advertisement:At the same time, as The Times notes, it is not yet clear whether Zelenskyy is ready to do so. Zelenskyy has said he believes the conflict will be resolved and is ready to sign a minerals deal with the US. Background:Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy left the White House early on Friday, 28 February, after an argument with Donald Trump and Vice President JD Vance. Later, Trump said that Zelenskyy had been disrespectful to the US and was not ready for peace.
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March 03, 2025 19:52 UTC
Sen. Young, GOP Colleagues Urge ATF to Rescind Biden-Era Gun Regulations, Align with Trump’s 2A Agenda
The letter specifically targets the following regulations:“Engaged in the Business” Rule : This rule clarifies when individuals are considered firearms dealers, thereby requiring them to conduct background checks. atf.gov: This rule clarifies when individuals are considered firearms dealers, thereby requiring them to conduct background checks. : This regulation reclassifies pistols equipped with stabilizing braces as short-barreled rifles, subjecting them to stricter controls under the National Firearms Act. “Ghost Gun” Rule : Aimed at regulating unserialized, privately made firearms, this rule requires background checks and serial numbers for gun kits. : Aimed at regulating unserialized, privately made firearms, this rule requires background checks and serial numbers for gun kits.
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March 03, 2025 19:33 UTC
Oscars: why it’s all over for the naked dress
Definitive proof this week that ours is a divided world. The globally significant matter in hand is that of the dress code for Oscars night in Los Angeles on Sunday. Here was the ultimate game of two halves. Or, to be more accurate, in the case of the night’s second-hottest ticket, the Vanity Fair afterparty, a game of both halves. Because the so-called naked dress — the most modesty-agnostic phenomenon in 21st-century fashion, leaving almost nothing to the imagination — was out in force.
Source:The Times
March 03, 2025 19:11 UTC
US not unreliable ally, but Europe must provide funding for Kyiv: UK
POPULAR SUPPORT: Protesters wrapped in Ukrainian flags rallied outside Downing Street during a European summit on the war between Russia and Ukraine. Starmer hosted more than 19 world leaders, mostly from across Europe, and also Canadian PM Justin Trudeau. "Even while Russia talks about peace, they are continuing their relentless aggression," Starmer said at the opening of the meeting. "European Commission chief Ursula von der Leyen warned on Sunday that "we urgently have to rearm Europe". "Italian PM Meloni met with Zelensky on the sidelines of the London meeting on Sunday, reaffirming Italy's support for Ukraine.
Source:The Times
March 03, 2025 18:59 UTC
King Charles III welcomes Canada’s Trudeau for private talks at royal residence
Britain’s King Charles III greets Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau at the Sandringham Estate in Norfolk, England, on Monday. Britain’s King Charles III gave a warm welcome to Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau on Monday as the two met for a private audience at the monarch’s royal residence of Sandringham. While royal officials did not provide details about the private talks, the pair were expected to discuss President Trump’s threats to make Canada the 51st state. While the antiroyal movement in Canada is small, the silence of the monarch on Trump’s threats have spurred discussion in recent days. Former Alberta Premier Jason Kenney said “for Canadians disappointed that King Charles has not commented” on Trump’s threats, he can only act on the advice of Canada’s prime minister.
Source:The Times
March 03, 2025 17:17 UTC
Chiranjeevi's team dismisses rumors of honorary UK citizenship
Megastar Chiranjeevi recently found himself at the center of rumors suggesting he would be awarded honorary UK citizenship for his philanthropic work, particularly in healthcare. However, his team dismissed these claims, urging media outlets to verify facts before publishing. Misinterpretations of this announcement led to claims that the UK government would award him honorary citizenship. "However, Chiranjeevi's team issued a statement urging media outlets to verify facts before publishing such news. The social media handle's statement reads, "Reports of megastar #Chiranjeevi Garu receiving honorary UK citizenship are false.
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March 03, 2025 17:03 UTC
Brookfield eyes UK’s pensions risk deals with insurance spin-off
Brookfield, the North American asset manager, is set to muscle in on a lucrative area of the UK pensions industry dominated by Legal & General, Aviva, Standard Life and other British insurers. The Canadian-American firm will launch Brookfield Wealth Solutions (BWS), its insurance spin-off, as an entrant into the bulk annuity pensions market. This is where private companies with traditional defined-benefit pension schemes seek buy-in or buy-out deals to transfer their risks to insurers and life assurance companies. The UK pension risk transfer market is dominated by domestic players. Brookfield has won approval from the UK’s two main financial regulators, the Financial Conduct
Source:The Times
March 03, 2025 16:59 UTC