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Indie icons returned to Reading Festival and put on an amazing show Bloc Party lit up Reading Festival’s first-ever ‘icons’ slot, entertaining an all-ages audience that embraced their indie staples and frontman Kele Okereke’s upbeat humour. Author | Josh T Described as a “special set from festival icons”, the early afternoon appearance underlined the band’s cross-generational appeal, with much of the crowd too young to remember their 2005 breakthrough album Silent Alarm. The newly created ‘icons’ slot seems destined to become a regular part of the festival, echoing Glastonbury’s established ‘Legends’ tradition. Okereke, once known in the mid-2000s for a more reserved on-stage persona, looked to be thoroughly enjoying himself. “We’re gonna have some fun, OK?” he told the crowd. He delivered on the promise, launching from the jagged guitars of She’s Hearing Voices straight into the more electronic, dance-influenced Mercury from 2007. Before long he had taken off his top to reveal a...

Another article for those thinking about a new career path Are you drawn to both sport and science and wondering how the two might come together as a career path? Author |  Sophie T Your average physio room Sports science has grown rapidly in recent years, with professionals in the field earning on average around £30,000 a year in the UK. Beyond the salary, the subject opens doors to a variety of roles in coaching, education, health and performance. A degree in the discipline is designed to provide the knowledge and practical skills needed to work in these areas. What is sports science? At its heart, sports science examines how the human body responds to physical activity. It looks at performance, movement and recovery, while also considering nutrition , psychology and injury prevention . In essence, it is about understanding the science behind athletic success and applying those lessons across a range of settings. READ MORE |  To university or not to university? That is the...

England open World Cup with record-breaking rout of United States The Red Roses run in 11 tries in Sunderland as Kildunne stars before record crowd. Author | Anthony Gates Stadium | Stadium of Light Pre match national anthem England launched their Rugby World Cup campaign in emphatic fashion with an empathic win over the United States in front of a record crowd of 42,723 at the Stadium of Light. A closer look at what happened The Eagles , ranked 10th in the world, stuck to their task in the opening exchanges but were gradually swept aside as the depth and quality of John Mitchell ’s squad shone through. England crossed for 11 tries, many of them sparked by the influence of Ellie Kildunne , who scored twice and had a hand in several more. Kildunne, whose square-dance celebration has already become a feature of the tournament, again took centre stage. The full-back, reigning World Player of the Year , finished with 153 metres, five clean breaks, two tries and two assists in a play...

Is this the start of a new era for tennis? The US Open will launch a stand-alone mixed doubles championship on 19 and 20 August, days before the Grand Slam proper begins in New York. Author | Liam C Sixteen pairs are set to contest the inaugural event, with seven duos gaining direct entry on the strength of their combined singles ranking and the remainder handed wildcards.  Among the headline pairings, Emma Raducanu will team up with Wimbledon runner-up Carlos Alcaraz , while men’s world number one Jannik Sinner will partner the experienced Katerina Siniakova . Shortened format confirmed Matches leading up to the final will adopt a condensed format. Four games will be enough to secure a set, games will be decided by no-advantage scoring, and a 10-point match tie-break will replace a deciding set. Play will take place across the Arthur Ashe and Louis Armstrong stadiums . READ MORE | Sports news, discussion and more from Super News Affiliate Player criticism and organiser defe...

We are delighted to announce the launch of a new fans blog aimed at Manchester United fans The blog is titled  The View from K Stand . Author | Josh T Designed to provide match analysis , opinion pieces, and insider perspectives , the blog promises to be a fresh voice for fans seeking in-depth coverage of the Red Devils . What makes  The View from K Stand  unique is the team behind it. Every contributor is a season ticket holder at Old Trafford , all located in the K stand , giving them an up-close view of every match and the atmosphere inside the stadium.  This means the content will not only focus on results and statistics but also capture the experience of being at the heart of Old Trafford Super News Network will manage the blog, ensuring a professional editorial standard while giving the authors creative freedom to express their thoughts, reactions, and insights. Readers can expect pre-match previews , tactical analysis , player ratings , transfer commentar...

More updates from Salford Red Devils Salford Red Devils’ ownership group have insisted the troubled Super League club “will not close” despite a worsening financial crisis. Author | Jack L A rare win for Salford Red Devils over Castleford Tigers earlier this season. A consortium headed by businessman Dario Berta took control on the eve of the season, but the campaign has been marred by late wage payments, a spate of player departures and a run of heavy defeats. READ MORE | Updates from Salford Red Devils on GM Super News Sunday’s thrashing at Hull FC came at the end of a turbulent week in which Chris Hankinson, Chris Hill, Jack Ormondroyd and Ryan Brierley all left the club. With a squad hastily assembled from loan players, Salford were overwhelmed 80-6, conceding 14 tries. In a statement , external issued late on Monday evening, the group said that bridge funding would be "available and settled" by the end of August, and that they remained "fully committed" to supp...

A very controversial announcement from La Liga  Villarreal’s league match against Barcelona in December could become the first European league fixture to be played abroad. Author | Jack L A classic La Liga match between the sides  Spain’s football federation approved plans to move the game to the United States. The RFEF will now seek permission from Fifa and Uefa to stage the match at the Hard Rock Stadium in Miami, which is due to host seven games at the 2026 World Cup. The fixture is currently scheduled for 21 December at Villarreal’s Estadio de la Cerámica. The proposal has met strong resistance from supporters. Spain’s football fans’ association, FASFE, has joined with Barcelona and Villarreal fan groups to express “absolute, total and firm opposition” to the move. They have urged the federation and the national sports council to “stop this madness” and warned they would take legal action if the plan is approved. READ MORE | News and stories from European Super Football ...

The first Oasis gig in Scotland since 2009 Oasis opened their three-night residency at Murrayfield Stadium with a spectacular show, performing to 68,000 enthusiastic fans.  Author | Sean M Noel Gallagher and the band belting out " Don't Look Back in Anger " For many, it was a moment 16 years in the making and it certainly lived up to expectations. Fans who had followed the band through their rise, fall, and years apart gathered once more to witness a reunion that promised to recapture the spirit of a defining era in British music. The story of another memorable gig Like the other gigs in Cardiff , Manchester and London , the night opened with sets from Cast and Richard Ashcroft . Cast were impressive again then the former front man of The Verve entered looking "super cool." It was then time for the main act. As the minutes ticked down before Noel, Liam and Bonehead took to the stage, Underworld ’s “ Born Slippy ” blared through the speakers, prompting an...

Have you thought about your next steps yet? Deciding what to do after college is rarely straightforward. Whether you’re considering university, an apprenticeship, employment or a gap year, the sheer number of options can feel daunting.  Author |  Sophie T Bournemouth University But making the right choice starts with understanding what’s available and what aligns with your aspirations. We are not experts but we have spent some time online looking for some advice and put it all in one place to try and help you out. Here are some key factors to conside when making this important decision. Know what your career requires For some professions, a degree is non-negotiable. If you have a specific career in mind, check whether a university qualification is a necessary entry point. There are useful websites and resources such as Start, National Careers Service and Prospects that are available for your research. You can also ask the careers advisor at your current institution. Univ...

Now for a look at one of the most controversial additions to the game of cricket  The Hundred intended to attract new fans to the sport. Has it succeeded? Author | Peter Grainger Fans watching The Hundred in 2025 It's just not cricket! What is The Hundred? It is played in a unique 100-ball structure , it is designed to be shorter, faster, and more accessible than traditional forms of the game , with matches typically lasting around two and a half hours. Attendance and viewing figures have been strong, particularly in the early years, with encouraging signs of more diverse and younger audiences engaging with the game. However, debate persists about whether The Hundred is uniting or dividing English cricket . Criticism of the format Despite its modern packaging and appeal to new audiences, The Hundred has not been without its critics. From the outset, many within the cricket establishment expressed unease about the introduction of another format alongside the already well...

You've heard of A Levels. Have you heard of T Levels? T Levels are a relatively new qualification, designed to provide a more direct pathway from education into the workplace.  Author |  Sophie T These qualifications are combining classroom study with extended industry placements , they aim to equip students with the skills and experience needed for skilled employment or further study. They are becoming an increasingly viable alternative to A Levels and apprenticeships . But how do they compare to other options available to school leavers?  What is a T Level qualification? T Levels are a new type of technical qualification in England , designed to give students the practical skills and knowledge they need for work or further study. They combine classroom learning with an industry placement of at least 45 days.   When were T levels introduced? T Levels began in September 2020. To start, there were only a few subjects available, however, now there are over 2...

India (224 & 396) beat England  (247& 367) by six runs England fell agonisingly short of a record-breaking run chase as India claimed a six-run victory in one of the most breathtaking climaxes to a Test match in living memory. Author | Ajay Stadium | Oval With 17 runs still needed to reach a target of 374, Chris Woakes emerged from the dressing room with his arm in a sling to support last man Gus Atkinson in front of a raucous Oval crowd. Woakes, met by a roar worthy of a century, took his place at the non-striker’s end as Atkinson tried to haul England to a famous win. As tension reached unbearable levels, the pair scrapped for every run in the face of deafening Indian support. Atkinson cleared Mohammed Siraj for six before Woakes scampered a bye to keeper Dhruv Jurel , who missed the stumps in a frantic effort to retain strike. India held their nerve.  Prasidh Krishna ’s over allowed Woakes to steal a couple of crucial runs and another single to hand Atkinson ...

Some pride restored for Australia It wasn't the perfect ending but still a memorable tour for the British and Irish Lions  Author |  Peter Grainger In torrential Sydney rain, with lightning strikes forcing a suspension in play, Australia salvaged pride with a riotous victory over the British and Irish Lions in the third and final Test at Stadium Australia . Though the series had already been clinched by the Lions with wins in the opening two matches, the Wallabies produced their most compelling performance of the tour, outscoring the visitors by three tries to two in wild, storm-lashed conditions. Dylan Pietsch ’s early try and a Tom Lynagh penalty gave the hosts an 8-0 lead by the break in what had already become a bruising, ill-tempered contest. Maro Itoje , Tommy Freeman and Lynagh were all forced off after failing head injury assessments, while James Ryan was knocked unconscious in a distressing collision with the knee of Will Skelton shortly after half-time. A...