BREAKING: Marcus Rashford signs new five-year contract at Man Utd
Manchester United have announced that Marcus Rashford has signed a new contract running until 2028.
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Vingegaard closer to Tour victory after sensational time trial extends lead to nearly 2 minutes
Defending champion Jonas Vingegaard may have time-trialed his way to a second straight Tour de France victory
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Trump 2024 rivals urge him to bow out of race amid news he’s set to be indicted in Jan 6 probe
Candidates in the Republican Party primary field have given their initial reaction to the news that lead 2024 contender Donald Trump has been notified by the Department of Justice of his status as a target of the investigation into the January 6 Capitol riot. It is the first real confirmation that he could face criminal charges for his role in the 2021 siege of Capitol Hill. Mr Trump wrote in a lengthy statement delivered via his Truth Social platform that special counsel Jack Smith had notified him via letter on Sunday about the development; The Independent had previously reported that Mr Smith was preparing a superseding indictment for the former president related to the Jan 6 attack. Former UN Ambassador and South Carolina Governor Nikki Haley was interviewed on Fox News shortly after the news broke and used it as an opportunity to reiterate the need for a generational change in the party to move on from the distractions of the Trump era. “The rest of this primary election is going to be in reference to Trump, is going to be about lawsuits, is going to be about legal fees, it’s going to be about judges and it’s going to continue to be a further and further distraction,” she said. “And that is why I am running. It’s because we need a new generational leader. We can’t keep dealing with this drama. We can’t keep dealing with the negativity.” Among the first to react was former Arkansas Governor Asa Hutchinson who reiterated his call for Mr Trump to suspend his 2024 campaign. In a statement released by Asa for America, he said: “I have said from the beginning that Donald Trump’s actions on January 6 should disqualify him from ever being President again. As a former federal prosecutor, I understand the severity of Grand Jury investigations and what it means to be targeted by such an investigation.” He continued: “Donald Trump has confirmed that he is a target of this investigation and will likely be indicted once again. While Donald Trump would like the American people to believe that he is the victim in this situation, the truth is that the real victims of January 6th were our democracy, our rule of law, and those Capitol Police officers who worked valiantly to protect our Capitol. Mr Hutchinson concluded: “Anyone who truly loves this country and is willing to put the country over themselves would suspend their campaign for President of the United States immediately. It is disappointing that Donald Trump refuses to do so.” Meanwhile, speaking at a campaign event in South Carolina, Florida Governor Ron DeSantis said about Mr Trump’s reaction to January 6: “I think it was shown how he was in the White House and didn’t do anything while things were going on. He should have come out more forcefully,” he said. “But to try to criminalise that, that’s a different issue entirely.” He adds: “Criminal charges is not just because you may have done something wrong. It’s: Did you behave criminally? .... I think what we’ve seen in this country is an attempt to criminalise politics and to try to criminalize differences.” Read More Next Trump indictment could drop as soon as this week Trump says he is about to be arrested again after letter confirms he’s target of Jan 6 grand jury Trump is hoarding Israeli antiquities at Mar-a-Lago, report claims DeSantis becomes first major party candidate to enter South Carolina's 2024 presidential primary Next Trump indictment could drop as soon as this week Ron DeSantis giving interview to CNN as 2024 primary campaign stagnates - latest Trump says he is about to be arrested as letter confirms he’s target of Jan 6 probe
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Vingegaard dominates Pogacar in Tour de France duel
Jonas Vingegaard soared to a crushing triumph on stage 16 of the Tour de France on Tuesday, winning the 22.4km time trial by 1min 38sec...
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UN Secretary General embraces calls for a new UN agency on AI in the face of 'potentially catastrophic and existential risks'
The United Nations should create a new international body to help govern the use of artificial intelligence as the technology increasingly reveals its potential risks and benefits, according to UN Secretary-General António Guterres.
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Brighton reject second Chelsea bid for midfielder Moises Caicedo
Brighton have rejected a second bid from Chelsea for star midfielder Moises Caicedo. The Blues’ latest offer for the Ecuador international is believed to be around £70million. Caicedo requested to leave Albion in January amid interest from Arsenal but in March signed a new contract until 2027. The 21-year-old, who last season helped the Seagulls qualify for Europe for the first time and reach the semi-finals of the FA Cup, remains of interest to a number of Premier League rivals. Caicedo joined Brighton from Ecuadorian club Independiente del Valle for a reported £4.5m in February 2021 before being loaned to Belgian side Beerschot. He made his top-flight debut in April 2022 and has played 53 times during his time at the Amex Stadium, scoring two goals. Chelsea and Brighton are scheduled to meet on Saturday in Philadelphia in a six-team Premier League pre-season tournament. New Blues manager Mauricio Pochettino is in the process of overhauling his squad following the club’s worst season in almost 30 years. Forwards Christopher Nkunku and Nicolas Jackson have already arrived at Stamford Bridge this summer, while Mason Mount, Kai Havertz and Mateo Kovacic are among a host of departures. Read More Charity boss speaks out over ‘traumatic’ encounter with royal aide Ukraine war’s heaviest fight rages in east - follow live
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Manchester United eyeing Rasmus Hojliund after landing Andre Onana
Manchester United eyeing Rasmus Hojliund after landing Andre Onana
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Kering Says Gucci CEO Marco Bizzarri to Leave Struggling Brand
Kering announced that Marco Bizzarri, the chief executive officer of its biggest brand Gucci, is leaving the struggling
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Healthy US consumers shrug off recession concerns, for now
By Nupur Anand NEW YORK U.S. consumers are still keeping up with their loan payments despite rising costs
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MLB Rumors: Blake Snell trade fit, Braves superstar trade, Cubs-Astros deal
MLB Rumors: Cubs stars Stroman, Bellinger connected to Astros tradeThough they've done an admirable job trying to fight it, all signs point to the Chicago Cubs ultimately selling at the trade deadline, even if it's with some reluctance from Jed Hoyer. And there are obviously no bigger as...
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Rory McIlroy is laying low ahead of the British Open as he tries to end his major drought
Rory McIlroy is laying low in his quest to end nine years without winning a major
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NFL rumors: 3 Cowboys contingency plans if they lose Tony Pollard in 2024
The Dallas Cowboys placed the franchise tag on Tony Pollard Monday, but what if he were to leave in 2024?Theoretically, if Tony Pollard and Dallas are still in a contract standoff next offseason, the Cowboys could franchise tag the star running back again. However, the Cowboys certainly hope it ...
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