The first ever female head of MI6 has been announced by Sir Keir Starmer to lead Britain’s secret service in the face of an “unprecedented scale” of threats faced by the UK.

Made up of celebrities and footballing stars, the fundraising match sees the England team take on Soccer Aid World XI FC to raise money for Unicef.

Lando Norris admitted he made a fool out of himself following a “stupid” 200mph crash with McLaren team-mate Oscar Piastri at Sunday’s Canadian Grand Prix.

Northern Ireland won the World Cup of Darts for the first time by upsetting two-time champions Wales in a thrilling last-leg shootout in Frankfurt. Josh Rock and Daryl Gurney – the tournament’s fourth ...

There is “grave concern” across Europe over the ongoing conflict between Israel and Iran, Ireland’s deputy premier Simon Harris has said. Mr Harris was speaking after being in touch with European ...

Jamal Musiala hit a hat-trick and Harry Kane drew a blank as Bayern Munich hammered Auckland City 10-0 to launch their Club World Cup campaign in record-breaking fashion.

Ethan Nwaneri and James McAtee spurned glorious opportunities and Harvey Elliott was denied by the woodwork in the 0-0 draw with Slovenia.

Norris attempted to pass Piastri across the start-finish line but misjudged the move and hit his team-mate’s car.

POLICE say they have received increased reports of illegal e-bikes being ridden in Northwich. Officers have been alerted to recent cases of illegal electronic bikes being seen in Leftwich and Rudheath ...

England Under-21s missed the chance to secure their place in the knockout stage of the European Championship after being held to a goalless draw by Slovenia. Lee Carsley’s side were frustrated in the ...

Daniel Bell-Drummond’s century put Kent on course for a thrilling four-run victory over South Group leaders Somerset in the Vitality Blast. The opener smashed 100 off 49 balls, including 12 fours and ...

US President Donald Trump vetoed an Israeli plan, presented to the US, to kill Iran’s Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, according to a US official. The Israelis informed the Trump administration ...