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Dutch broadcaster AVROTROS announced Monday it will not participate in the 2027 Eurovision Song Contest, saying the event can "no longer be considered neutral" due to the Gaza war. The decision follows a wave of boycotts over Israel's participation, including the Netherlands' absence from the 2026 contest.
Dutch broadcaster AVROTROS announced it will skip the 2027 Eurovision Song Contest, saying the event can no longer be considered neutral amid divisions over the Gaza war. The decision follows a wave of boycotts and organizers' recent rule changes.
The 2018 Spanish historical drama 'The Photographer of Mauthausen,' directed by Mar Targarona, is now streaming on Netflix. The film tells the true story of Francesc Boix, a Catalan Republican and photographer imprisoned at the Mauthausen-Gusen concentration camp during World War II, and has drawn critical praise for its cinematography and poignant portrayal of historical events.
Manchester United midfielder Jacob Devaney has joined Hibernian on a season-long loan with an option to buy. The 19-year-old Republic of Ireland Under-21 international returns to Scotland after a successful spell at St Mirren.
Max Verstappen crashed heavily on the opening lap of his final home race at Zandvoort, ending his Dutch Grand Prix prematurely. The four-time world champion, who had signed a new Red Bull contract earlier in the week, lost control on the damp banked final corner, with the race red-flagged and Verstappen confirming he was unhurt.
Finance ministers from six EU countries have written to Ireland, which holds the rotating EU presidency, urging that a windfall tax on oil companies be added to the agenda for next month's meeting of EU finance chiefs in Dublin. The letter, dated August 21, cites surging oil company profits and calls for an EU-wide framework to tax windfall profits, drawing on lessons from a similar 2022 levy.
Canada's Sam Schachter and Jonathan Pickett upset the world No. 1 Swedes before falling in the semifinals, then rallied to win bronze. Melissa Humana-Paredes and Brandie Wilkerson also took bronze after their three-peat bid ended in the semifinals.
Newcastle United host Liverpool to open the new Premier League season, with both clubs fielding new managers and dealing with lengthy injury lists. Andoni Iraola named his starting XI unchanged from the final friendly, while Jurgen Klopp's replacement sees a competitive debut for Jeremy Jacquet among a host of summer signings.
Brentford dismantled Tottenham 3-0 in the Premier League opener, with goals from Keane Lewis-Potter, Vitaly Janelt and Michael Kayode exposing the visitors' lack of cohesion despite heavy summer spending. Roberto De Zerbi cited physical shortcomings and lost duels after handing debuts to four new signings, while captain Archie Gray admitted the side were out-fought. Record arrivals Sandro Tonali and Mamadou Sangare produced contrasting debuts.
Lando Norris overcame a mid-race challenge from Kimi Antonelli to win the Dutch Grand Prix, his second consecutive victory, after Max Verstappen crashed out on the opening lap. The win cuts Norris's championship deficit to 83 points, while Mercedes' team orders sparked debate.
Four-time Formula 1 world champion Max Verstappen has signed a contract extension with Red Bull Racing that will keep him at the team until the end of 2030, the team announced on Thursday. The deal ends months of speculation linking the Dutchman with a move away from the struggling team, with Verstappen expressing confidence in the squad's future despite a winless start to the 2026 season.
Celtic take a commanding 3-0 lead into Tuesday's Champions League play-off second leg against LASK in Linz, but Martin O'Neill has warned against complacency and ordered a social media blackout. Camilo Duran's double and Benjamin Nygren's strike have put the Hoops on the brink of the group stage.
Amazon is rolling out its AI-powered assistant Alexa+ to all compatible Fire TV devices in the US for free, removing the need for a Prime membership or a monthly subscription. The update brings conversational search, smart home controls, and personalized recommendations to devices like Fire TV Sticks, Fire TV Cube, and select smart TVs. While the free tier excludes some advanced features, Amazon says users are engaging with the assistant nearly twice as much as with the original Alexa.
France has recorded more than 7,300 excess deaths during a summer marked by a record 52 days of heatwaves, according to health authorities. The deaths, mostly among people aged 75 and over, cannot yet be definitively attributed to heat, with final figures expected in autumn. Separately, drownings in France have surged by 14% compared to last summer, which the sports minister linked to the repeated heatwaves.
Manchester United have agreed a fee of up to £70m with Brighton for midfielder Carlos Baleba, with the Cameroon international set to undergo a medical. The deal, which includes £65m upfront plus £5m in add-ons, is expected to be completed soon despite the player nursing an ankle injury.
Liam Lawson will replace the injured Isack Hadjar at Red Bull for the Dutch Grand Prix at Zandvoort, with Yuki Tsunoda stepping into the Racing Bulls seat. The reshuffle comes as Hadjar nurses a wrist injury sustained while boxing, and as Zandvoort hosts its final race before being dropped from the calendar after 2026.
Thousands of mourners lined the streets of Swansea as Bonnie Tyler's coffin returned home for a service celebrating her life. The singer, who died in July at 75, was remembered with songs, personal anecdotes, and a deep sense of local pride.
Formula 1 resumed with the Dutch Grand Prix at Zandvoort, where Lando Norris secured victory for McLaren, while Max Verstappen crashed on the opening lap. The race marked Zandvoort's farewell, with organizers suggesting it could serve as an alternative venue amid Middle East disruptions affecting the 2026 and 2027 calendars.
A quiet pause on working holidaymaker visas from 24 countries has intensified the political debate over Australia's migration intake, with farmers warning of food security risks while the government seeks to manage numbers. Industry leaders and experts weigh in on the potential consequences for regional communities and tourism.
The 2026 F1 season resumes with Kimi Antonelli leading the championship while Max Verstappen signs a new Red Bull contract until 2030. Practice at Zandvoort sees Antonelli fastest, with McLaren introducing further upgrades and Fernando Alonso still undecided about his future.