A SHORTAGE of Carbon Dioxide has brought Britain’s crumpet production to a grinding halt. But why do you need Carbon Dioxide to make crumpets, and will crumpets ever be made in Britain again? Here’s our lowdown… CO2 – or carbon dioxide – is used to package baked goods and extend the shelf life. But a […]
OLYMPIC diver Tom Daley and Dustin Lance Black have announced the birth of their first child. The 24-year-old and his film producer husband, 44, welcomed Robert Ray Black-Daley on Wednesday and have shared a sweet picture of them cradling him in their hands. The couple, who married in May last year, have chosen to name […]
FORMER Manchester United assistant Mike Phelan has revealed the secrets of Cristiano Ronaldo’s free-kick success. The Portugal skipper scored a stunning free-kick against Spain in their World Cup opener and has developed a trademark technique for striking the ball. Writing for the Daily Mail, Phelan revealed that Ryan Giggs, who was United’s dead-ball specialist, was immediately […]
THERE HAVE been 149 yellow cards and 3 red cards in the group stages of the World Cup. With the knockout stages imminent, SunSport provides a comprehensive list of all the stars set to sit out their last-16 tie and those who are just one card away from suspension. Which players are suspended for the […]
BE honest, it is easy to pick up a booking in any football match these days, let alone the World Cup. Even the great Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo were cautioned in the group stage in Russia. So it will come as no surprise to see players picking one, or even two, yellow cards in […]
ALVARO MORATA has vowed not to quit Chelsea this summer and is ready to begin ‘fighting’ for the club again in his second season with the Blues. The Spaniard’s first term at Stamford Bridge began with a blistering start, scoring seven times in his first eight games, but he quickly tailed off and ended up […]
ALVARO MORATA has vowed not to quit Chelsea this summer and is reading to begin ‘fighting’ for the club again in his second season with the Blues. The Spaniard’s first term at Stamford Bridge began with a blistering start, scoring seven times in his first eight games, but he quickly tailed off and ended up […]
JULY is nearly here and that means a fresh round of free Playstation Plus games! Sony has revealed July’s games and the line-up is sure to have something you will love – here’s everything you need to know below! What are this month’s free PlayStation Plus games? June’s announcement arrived on June 27, and the […]
ALEXIS SANCHEZ has revealed he is supporting Belgium at the World Cup – and backed pal Romelu Lukaku to win the Golden Boot. The Chile winger, 29, failed to qualify for Russia so has decided to get behind his Manchester United team-mate. And after Lukaku, 25, smashed four goals in his opening two games, Sanchez […]
BRAZIL fans were concerned to see full-back Marcelo forced off through injury just nine minutes into their 2-0 victory against Serbia. The win took the Selecao into the knockout stages, where they take on Mexico. What is the latest diagnosis on Marcelo’s injury? Time will tell but Marcelo himself wrote on social media: “Thanks for all […]
COLOMBIA star James Rodriguez lasted just half hour in the Cafeteros’ crucial Group H showdown with Senegal. The Bayern Munich loanee has already sat out the Colombians’ 2-1 loss to Japan and may be set for another period on the sidelines. What happened to James Rodriguez against Senegal? James Rodriguez was replaced by Luis Muriel against […]
WIMBLEDON 2018’s fortnight of tennis begins next Monday. We’ve got the lowdown on the full schedule and what channel it’s on so you never have to miss a minute of the action… Wimbledon 2018 match schedule Fixtures for Wimbledon 2018, which starts on Monday, July 2, and runs for a fortnight until Sunday, July 15. […]
France take on Argentina as two of the World Cup’s big hitters go ahead rather earlier than expected. After some dismal group stage performances, the Argentines scraped through in second place with a late Marcos Rojo win over Nigeria.
SIR Dancealot ran out a decisive winner of the Group 3 Criterion Stakes at Newmarket. The four-year-old, who ran seventh at Royal Ascot last Saturday, came with a strong run from the tail of the field under Gerald Mosse to score in good style. Getty Images - Getty Result of the 1.45 at Newmarket: 1st […]
THIS is the heartbreaking moment suitcase-carrying Geoffrey the Giraffe leaves Toys ‘R Us for the last time. Donning a holiday shirt, straw hat and sunnies, the mascot was pictured waving goodbye – having become an iconic figure for kids for more than 70 years. The goodbye comes as Toys R Us closes its doors for […]
THIS is the moment that has fans joking that Diego Maradona was DEALING DRUGS during the World Cup. The World Cup-winning legend hit the headlines earlier this week after needing emergency medical treatment at the end of Argentina’s dramatic late win over Nigeria. Maradona, 57, blamed “drinking all the wine” for almost collapsing at the […]
THEY did it the hard way – but Argentina are into the World Cup knockout stages. Lionel Messi led from the front as the two-time winners overcame a tough Nigerian side to take second place in Group D thanks to a 2-1 win. When is France vs Argentina? AS a result of making it through […]
Argentina will look to kick on against France in a last 16 clash after Jorge Sampaoli’s side narrowly avoided a humiliating exit from the World Cup group stages. Marcos Rojo’s late strike against Nigeria secured progression from Group D, after the side had failed to beat Iceland and Croatia in their first two group matches. […]
AFTER A bon spectacle in France helped Lewis Hamilton leap-frog Sebastian Vettel to lead the Driver’s Championship, the Brit will be aiming to set the pace again in Austria. The 4-time F1 champion finished first at Circuit Paul Ricard last week but Ferrari’s Vettel remains prominent in rear-view mirror. When is the Austrian Grand Prix? […]
THE first hosepipe ban has kicked in as millions of Brits sizzled today in 31C heat – but forecasters have predicted storms ahead. Beachgoers have been basking in the extended heatwave as disturbing photos show reservoirs drying up across the UK amid a severe rain shortage. Even as scorching weather gripped the UK, the Met […]
THE Fourth of July – also known as Independence Day is America’s biggest national holiday and a time for celebration. Here is the history behind the most patriotic day in US calendar. What is Independence Day? Independence Day celebrates America’s independence from the British Empire. In 1775, the 13 colonies that made up America declared […]
CELTIC are stepping up their pre-season preparations with a match against Bohemians Prague. The Bhoys face Armenian side Alashkert in the Champions League next week and will be hoping to at least match last season, when they qualified for the group stage. When is Celtic vs Bohemians Prague? Celtic vs Bohemians Prague will be played […]
YOUTUBE sensation Zoella has nearly every make-up product available to her – but swears by a bargain £5 face powder. The beauty guru recently raved about the Revolution Bake and Finish Luxury Baking Powder, which is available to buy from Superdrug. She said in a recent vlog: “I find that it really lightens underneath the […]
IT was branded as the unsinkable ship but more than 1,500 people died when the Titanic crashed into an iceberg on its maiden voyage in 1912. Here is everything you need to know about the tragic passenger liner which was immortalised more than once on the big screen… When did the Titanic sink? The RMS […]
TITANIC was one of the most memorable movies of the 90s – and with it came an even more memorable song. But what are the lyrics of Celine Dion’s My Heart Will Go On? And when was it released? Here’s what you need to know… What are the lyrics to the Titanic song My Heart […]