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Netflix's new 'grim' five part serial killer crime drama from Killing Eve writer

Netflix's latest psychological thriller, Blood Sacrifice, has become the platform's most-watched show worldwide within days of its release. Set in Stockholm, the five-part series follows detective Thomas Berg as he hunts a ritualistic killer targeting police officers, while navigating a strained relationship with his estranged father. With strong ratings and a compelling premise, the show has quickly established itself as a must-watch.

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1 pass every 9 minutes: What Michael Owen saw from one Liverpool player on Sunday was ‘worrying’

Michael Owen has criticised Alexander Isak's performance in Liverpool's 2-2 draw at Newcastle, saying the striker is 'running out of excuses' after another ineffective display. The former Reds striker pointed to the absences of Mo Salah and Hugo Ekitike as reasons why Liverpool need Isak to deliver, while Gary Neville also singled out Isak and Florian Wirtz as 'biggest disappointments'.

2 outlets · 2 articles 21h ago

South African passport holders can travel visa-free to 101 destinations

According to the Henley Passport Index, South African passport holders can travel to 101 destinations without a prior visa. The ranking places the country 50th or 96th globally, depending on the report, with regional highlights across Africa, Asia, the Americas, and the Caribbean.

2 outlets · 2 articles 1d ago

Kirkwood gives the Freedom 250 an American winner on the streets of downtown Washington

Kyle Kirkwood won the inaugural Freedom 250 IndyCar race in Washington, D.C., leading 128 of 147 laps in a dominant performance. The race, part of the nation's 250th birthday celebrations, saw Kirkwood finish 3.09 seconds ahead of Christian Lundgaard, while Alex Palou's title hopes took a hit with a 20th-place finish.

1 outlet · 1 article 1d ago

Liverpool snatch late draw with Newcastle as Iraola era begins

Liverpool came from behind twice to draw 2-2 at Newcastle in Andoni Iraola's first game in charge, with Dominik Szoboszlai scoring a 99th-minute penalty. The result highlighted defensive concerns for Liverpool and marked a mixed debut for both new managers.

12 outlets · 16 articles 1d ago

Andoni Iraola reaction: How will Liverpool manager react to comeback draw at Newcastle?

Dominik Szoboszlai's stoppage-time penalty earned Liverpool a 2-2 draw at Newcastle United in Andoni Iraola's first Premier League match in charge. Anthony Elanga and Joe Willock scored for the hosts, with Cody Gakpo also on target for Liverpool. The result masks a concerning defensive display from the visitors.

13 outlets · 15 articles 1d ago

Sa'ar bans two 'anti-Israel' Swedish MEPs from entering Israel day before planned visit to PA

Israel has barred two Swedish members of the European Parliament, Jonas Sjöstedt and Hanna Gedin, from entering the country at the request of Foreign Minister Gideon Sa’ar. The decision, made under Israel’s Entry Law, came as the MEPs were preparing to travel to the West Bank and East Jerusalem to meet with humanitarian organizations.

2 outlets · 2 articles 1d ago

Berta in £60m waiting game as Alvarez transfer saga takes fresh twist

Julian Alvarez's relationship with Atletico Madrid fans has fractured, with jeers during a recent match intensifying speculation about his future. Arsenal are reportedly interested, but a move may depend on selling Gabriel Martinelli, while Atletico's stance and Barcelona's interest complicate matters.

3 outlets · 4 articles 1d ago

TABLE TENNIS | Double crown for Syndrela, Payas claims men’s title

Syndrela Das celebrated her 17th birthday by winning both the under-19 and women's titles at the UTT National Ranking Table Tennis Championships in Kanpur, while Payas Jain claimed the men's singles crown. Das, who played seven matches without defeat, will be the youngest Indian athlete at the upcoming Asian Games.

2 outlets · 3 articles 1d ago

Man Utd prospect completes loan exit after interest from multiple clubs

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.

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Erling Haaland shaves off trademark hair ahead of Man City's Premier League opener against Bournemouth

Erling Haaland surprised fans and teammates with a new buzz cut, sharing the transformation on Instagram and YouTube. The Manchester City striker revealed he had considered the cut after the World Cup, and received reactions from Pep Guardiola, Jack Grealish, Zlatan Ibrahimovic, and Noel Gallagher.

1 outlet · 1 article 2d ago

Prime minister in Kyiv: Russia shouldn't count on us tiring of Ukraine support

Estonian Prime Minister Kristen Michal arrived in Kyiv for a Nordic-Baltic summit with President Volodymyr Zelenskyy, vowing continued support for Ukraine and increased pressure on Russia. The visit, coinciding with Ukraine's Flag Day, included a tour of a Kyiv district damaged by Russian strikes and remarks on NATO's strength and Russia's hybrid threats.

2 outlets · 3 articles 2d ago

Thousands expected at Sweden climate demo as election looms

Thousands of people demonstrated in Stockholm over climate policy just weeks before Sweden’s September 13 election. Organisers and participants criticised the government’s approach to emissions targets, while the administration defended a gradual fossil-fuel phase-out to protect competitiveness.

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Canada hits back with retaliatory tariffs after rejecting ‘bad deal’ with US

Prime Minister Mark Carney announced retaliatory tariffs on US goods after walking away from trade negotiations, prompting new 50% US tariffs on Canadian exports. President Trump responded with fresh criticism on Truth Social, while US officials warned Canada faces 'devastating' consequences.

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Alexander Isak backed to overcome Newcastle challenge as fresh Liverpool warning delivered

Alexander Isak faced a hostile reception on his first return to Newcastle United, with boos and 'rat' chants greeting him throughout the 2-2 draw. Michael Owen backed the striker to cope, but also warned Liverpool are 'running out of excuses' for the record signing.

8 outlets · 14 articles 2d ago

Romano reveals Juventus decision on selling Kenan Yildiz for £86m

Juventus manager Luciano Spalletti has brushed off Arsenal's reported interest in Kenan Yildiz, saying no amount of money will prise the 21-year-old away. Reports suggest Juventus would want over €100m (£86m), but Spalletti insists the player is happy in Turin. Meanwhile, Arsenal are also linked with Julian Alvarez and Victor Osimhen as the transfer window enters its final days.

4 outlets · 5 articles 2d ago

Luka Doncic aghast by crazed Lakers fan’s Slovenia river jump

Luka Doncic hosted the Lakers for a four-day minicamp in Slovenia, blending workouts with bonding activities and a viral river-jumping fan moment, while his absence from Slovenia's national team during World Cup qualifying drew pointed comments from teammates and federation officials.

4 outlets · 5 articles 2d ago

Premier League LIVE: Build-up, team news, live text, radio & score updates as it happens from across the Premier League

Promoted Hull City defeated Manchester United 2-0 at the MKM Stadium, with first-half goals from Semi Ajayi and Nobel Mendy. Michael Carrick's side struggled despite debutants Youri Tielemans and Andrey Santos, while Hull's injury-hit squad delivered a resilient performance.

8 outlets · 11 articles 3d ago

Sweden: Several wounded in school sword attack

An 18-year-old man armed with a sword attacked students at Brinell School in Fagersta, Sweden, killing a 17-year-old girl and seriously injuring two boys. Police arrested the suspect, who is being investigated as murder and attempted murder, and are looking into possible ties to online communities. The attack has prompted political leaders to visit the town and pause campaigning ahead of September's election.

17 outlets · 23 articles 3d ago

Why are Germany's gas storage levels so low?

Germany's gas storage is just above half full, the lowest in years for mid-August, due to the Iran war and Strait of Hormuz closure. The government and industry warn about the November 1 target, while consumer groups advise on fixed-price contracts.

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