A total of nine arrests were made in the operation, including two men the Guardia Civil described as expert pilots. As well as the helicopter containing drugs, a French-made Alouette III, a similar aircraft was also seized in a nearby location. Among those arrested are believed to be mechanics who maintain the helicopters using parts...
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Shopping trolleys enjoy resurgence as brands shake off ‘grandma’ image
One online reviewer said she had bought the bag for her university-aged daughter, who used it for her weekly shop. Others said they used theirs for visiting stately homes and walking in the country. But those looking for an upmarket bag can expect to pay in excess of £170 for a top-of-the-market design, such as...
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Top construction figures join Labour’s infrastructure review
The bosses of Mace and Skanska as well as the former chief of Crossrail are among construction industry leaders appointed to advise the Labour Party on infrastructure policy. Darren Jones, the shadow chief secretary to the Treasury, announced the comprehensive review into major infrastructure yesterday during a visit to the Advanced Manufacturing Research Centre (AMRC)...
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Premier League news conferences and Phil McNulty Q&A
Postecoglou says on-loan Werner ‘has been great’published at 14:06 1 April 14:06 1 April West Ham v Tottenham (Tues, 20;15 BST) Tottenham Hotspur More from Ange Postecoglou, on Brennan Johnson: “Brennan was super at the weekend and he is another one who is young and still developing. He moved to a big club with huge...
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Champions League reaction as Barcelona beat PSG, and build-up to Liverpool and West Ham’s Europa League games
‘When people expect us to lose, other things happen’published at 15:21 11 April 15:21 11 April Bayer Leverkusen v West Ham (20:00 BST) Image source, Getty Images West Ham striker Michail Antonio has issued a rallying cry before Thursday’s Europa League quarter final first leg away to Bayer Leverkusen. Leverkusen are 16 points clear at...
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Ex-Siemens boss picked to lead Labour review into infrastructure delivery
The Labour party has appointed the former boss of Siemens to lead a review into rail and transport infrastructure. Juergen Maier will chair a group of experts from across the sector who will look at how projects can be delivered better, quicker and more cost effectively, ultimately providing recommendations to Labour’s leadership on changes that...
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Essential guide to the 2024 clay court season
We’re fast approaching April and with that comes a shift in gear from the hard courts to the European clay court swing in the lead up to the second Grand Slam of the year at Roland Garros. While Roland Garros is often considered the pinnacle of the clay court season, there are plenty more tournaments...
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Miami Open: Jannik Sinner beats Grigor Dimitrov in straight sets to win men’s title
Italy’s Jannik Sinner cruised past Grigor Dimitrov in straight sets to win the Miami Open men’s title. Australian Open champion Sinner, who previously finished as runner-up in Miami in 2021 and 2023, defeated the Bulgarian 6-3 6-1. It marks a third title of 2024 for the 22-year-old, following his successes in Melbourne and Rotterdam. Sinner...
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The UK’s best market town named and it looks frozen in time
The UK’s best market town has been revealed as a southern location frozen in time. Dorchester on the banks of the River Frome in the Dorset Downs was named the top market town in the country by the Britain and Britishness blog. It beat out the likes of second-placed Downham Market in Norfolk and Faversham...
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UK government lawyers say Israel is breaking international law, claims top Tory in leaked recording
The British government has received advice from its own lawyers stating that Israel has breached international humanitarian law in Gaza but has failed to make it public, according to a leaked recording obtained by the Observer. The comments, made by the Conservative chair of the House of Commons select committee on foreign affairs, Alicia Kearns,...
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Miami Open final: Can a resurgent Grigor Dimitrov stall Jannik Sinner’s surge on Sunday?
A resurgent Grigor Dimitrov will be aiming to stall Jannik Sinner’s surge when they meet in the Miami Open final on Sunday, live on Sky Sports Tennis. Dimitrov is set to climb back into the top 10 for the first time since 2018 after beating Alexander Zverev on Friday to seal a spot in the...
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Germany in huge kit blunder as Nazi-like logo appears during customisation
It seems England will not be the only team playing at Euro 2024 in a controversial kit after eagle-eyed fans spotted a Nazi-like logo while customising their shirts. One Germany fan took to Twitter last night to raise concern that when the number 44 was printed on the front and back of the home shirt...