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Russia hits out at the West over novichok ‘lie’
Report reveals full scale of risk to public
Russia hit back at the international community this morning, saying that accusations that its agents were responsible for the novichok attack on Salisbury were a “frank lie”. Moscow was accused last night of “playing dice” with British lives after it was said that the dose of nerve agent brought...Russia hit back at the international community this morning, saying that accusations that its agents were responsible for the novichok attack on Salisbury were a “frank lie”. Moscow was accused last night of “playing dice” with British lives after it was said that the dose of nerve agent brought...Russia hit back at the international community this morning, saying that accusations that its agents were responsible for the...
Read the full storyBA cyberattack
Hundreds of thousands lose bank details as BA hacked
The bank details of almost 400,000 British Airways passengers have been stolen in one of the most serious data breaches to hit a UK company. Britain’s biggest airline admitted that it had been targeted by hackers for more than two weeks in a breach discovered on Wednesday evening. It said that the account details of passengers making...The bank details of almost 400,000 British Airways passengers have been stolen in one of the most serious data breaches to hit a UK company. Britain’s biggest airline admitted that it had been targeted by hackers for more than two weeks in a breach discovered on Wednesday evening. It said that the account details of passengers making...The bank details of almost 400,000 British Airways passengers have been stolen in one of the most serious data breaches to hit...
Read the full storyJohnson announces divorce amid infidelity claims
Boris Johnson and his wife Marina Wheeler are to divorce, it was announced this morning, hours after it was reported that the couple had separated. In a joint personal statement the former foreign secretary and his wife said that they had been living apart for “several months”. The announcement comes after The Sun...Boris Johnson and his wife Marina Wheeler are to divorce, it was announced this morning, hours...Boris Johnson and his wife Marina Wheeler are to divorce, it was announced this morning, hours...
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Hollywood pays tribute to its macho man of the 1970s
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There could have been a serious actor behind the wink and the gag
Cap on energy prices could be forced up within months
The energy price cap could increase by more than £100 a year in the spring despite Theresa May’s promise that the policy would prevent big price rises, experts have warned. Ofgem, the energy regulator, published proposals...The energy price cap could increase by more than £100 a year in the spring despite Theresa May’s promise that the policy would prevent big price rises, experts have warned. Ofgem, the energy regulator, published proposals...The energy price cap could increase by more than £100 a year in the spring despite Theresa May’s promise that the...
Read the full storyOne in seven operations cancelled on the day
One in seven major NHS operations is cancelled at the last minute, a study has found, leading to calls for an overhaul of hospital administration. Most cancellations are due to a lack of beds rather than medical reasons, a...One in seven major NHS operations is cancelled at the last minute, a study has found, leading to calls for an overhaul of hospital administration. Most cancellations are due to a lack of beds rather than medical reasons, a...One in seven major NHS operations is cancelled at the last minute, a study has found, leading to calls for an...
Read the full storyNOVICHOK ATTACK
Claims and counterclaims around Skripal poisoning
Novichock attack
Pair captured window shopping for rare coins after attack
Novichok attack
Kremlin threat is real but we’re ready, insists spy chief
Novichok attack
GCHQ’s reputation is its greatest weapon in secret battle
Novichok attack
Ruthless military agency was accused of burning traitor alive
Russia’s GRU military intelligence agency, founded almost a century ago, is as powerful and as ruthless as it has ever been. Despite the redefining and renaming of Russia’s other intelligence services — the KGB split into the...Russia’s GRU military intelligence agency, founded almost a century ago, is as powerful and as ruthless as it has ever been. Despite the redefining and renaming of Russia’s other intelligence services — the KGB split into the...Russia’s GRU military intelligence agency, founded almost a century ago, is as powerful and as ruthless as it has...
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The GRU: Putin’s plaything or a rogue agency?
Vladimir Putin bears ultimate responsibility for the actions of his spies in carrying out the Salisbury nerve agent attack. That was the verdict of Ben Wallace, the British security minister, this morning. The Tory...Vladimir Putin bears ultimate responsibility for the actions of his spies in carrying out the Salisbury nerve agent attack. That was the verdict of Ben Wallace, the British security minister, this morning. The Tory...Vladimir Putin bears ultimate responsibility for the actions of his spies in carrying out the Salisbury nerve agent...
Read the full storyPresidential hopeful stabbed at rally
The frontrunner in Brazil’s presidential election has been stabbed while campaigning in the state of Minas Gerais. Jair Bolsonaro, 63, a far-right candidate, was being carried aloft by jubilant supporters at an event in the city of Juiz de Fora...The frontrunner in Brazil’s presidential election has been stabbed while campaigning in the state...The frontrunner in Brazil’s presidential election has been stabbed while campaigning in the state...
Read the full storyBurberry to stop burning its unwanted clothes
Burberry has said that it will stop burning unsold stock with immediate effect. The British fashion house announced...Burberry has said that it will stop burning unsold stock with immediate effect. The British...Burberry has said that it will stop burning unsold stock with immediate effect. The British...
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Knowingly underdressed
The Prince of Wales was rather underdressed when he showed up at Tate Modern to receive a lifetime achievement prize...The Prince of Wales was rather underdressed when he showed up at Tate Modern to receive a...The Prince of Wales was rather underdressed when he showed up at Tate Modern to receive a...
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As in politics, not every dog can have its day
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The wrong sort of headlines for a man plotting a leadership challenge
Mona Lisa’s smile just an underactive thyroid gland
The enigmatic smile on the lips of the Mona Lisa was caused by an underactive thyroid gland, American researchers have claimed. In the latest attempt to diagnose an illness to Leonardo da Vinci’s portrait, the Boston experts agreed that a...The enigmatic smile on the lips of the Mona Lisa was caused by an underactive thyroid gland...The enigmatic smile on the lips of the Mona Lisa was caused by an underactive thyroid gland...
Read the full storyA twirl around the dancefloor is best medicine, NHS bosses told
Prescribing ballroom dancing, gardening or cookery classes can be better for patients than medicine and the NHS must make it routine, the health secretary has said. As he set out plans for technology to transform the NHS, Matt...Prescribing ballroom dancing, gardening or cookery classes can be better for patients than medicine and the NHS must make it routine, the health secretary has said. As he set out plans for technology to transform the NHS, Matt...Prescribing ballroom dancing, gardening or cookery classes can be better for patients than medicine and the NHS must...
Read the full storyBullying victims expelled as heads ‘take easy option’
Victims of bullying are being excluded because some schools take the easy option by removing children seen as problematic, a leading MP said yesterday. Others are excluding far too many pupils for minor infringements such as...Victims of bullying are being excluded because some schools take the easy option by removing children seen as problematic, a leading MP said yesterday. Others are excluding far too many pupils for minor infringements such as...Victims of bullying are being excluded because some schools take the easy option by removing children seen as...
Read the full storyMulberry has Korea fashionistas in the bag
From Somerset to Seoul: the British leather goods brand Mulberry brought its take on English eccentricity to the South Korean capital yesterday with a catwalk show in the city’s Museum of Modern and Contemporary Art. Mitford-esque skirt suits...From Somerset to Seoul: the British leather goods brand Mulberry brought its take on English...From Somerset to Seoul: the British leather goods brand Mulberry brought its take on English...
Read the full storyLionesses fight male over mane course
No one likes a man who hogs the buffet. A male lion at West Midlands Safari Park had to be saved by rangers using fire extinguishers when he was pounced on by a group of lionesses for monopolising lunch. The attack at feeding time was filmed by...No one likes a man who hogs the buffet. A male lion at West Midlands Safari Park had to be saved...No one likes a man who hogs the buffet. A male lion at West Midlands Safari Park had to be saved...
Read the full storyBiggest banks still have not passed on rate rise to savers
Seven of the ten biggest banks have still not passed on last month’s interest rate rise in full to savers with their most popular accounts. However, eight have increased the rates on their standard variable mortgage rates by...Seven of the ten biggest banks have still not passed on last month’s interest rate rise in full to savers with their most popular accounts. However, eight have increased the rates on their standard variable mortgage rates by...Seven of the ten biggest banks have still not passed on last month’s interest rate rise in full to savers with their...
Read the full storyFlights have doubled since no-frills airlines took off
Air travel has doubled in the past two decades after a surge in the number of no-frills airlines offering cheap tickets, according to research. A study by the International Air Transport Association (Iata) found that people...Air travel has doubled in the past two decades after a surge in the number of no-frills airlines offering cheap tickets, according to research. A study by the International Air Transport Association (Iata) found that people...Air travel has doubled in the past two decades after a surge in the number of no-frills airlines offering cheap...
Read the full storyRED BOX | COMMENT
What do we care about more in politics: facts or feelings?
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Cable’s Canada plus plus moment
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Trump launches hunt for ‘gutless’ enemy within
President Trump told supporters at a rally in Montana last night that he was the victim of a “deep state” conspiracy against him that represented a threat to American democracy. He described the author of a highly critical opinion piece written by an unnamed White House official and published in The New York Times this week as “an anonymous, feckless coward”. “Nobody...President Trump told supporters at a rally in Montana last night that he was the victim of a...President Trump told supporters at a rally in Montana last night that he was the victim of a...
Read the full storyGERARD BAKER | Comment
President’s popularity is an inconvenient truth
During his campaign for the US presidency, Donald Trump made a memorable quip about the resilience of his support in...During his campaign for the US presidency, Donald Trump made a memorable quip about the resilience of his support in the face of revelations about his behaviour: “I could stand in the middle of Fifth Avenue and shoot someone, and I wouldn’t lose any voters, OK?” he said, miming the cocking of a revolver’s hammer as...During his campaign for the US presidency, Donald Trump made a memorable quip about the resilience of his support in the face...
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White House whodunnit
Trump op-ed | Analysis
President left wondering whom he can trust
NFL season kicks off amid anthem storm
Storms of all sorts swirled around a stadium in Pennsylvania last night as the National Football League returned and brought a simmering culture war in the United States to boiling point. The opening fixture of the new season between the...Storms of all sorts swirled around a stadium in Pennsylvania last night as the National Football...Storms of all sorts swirled around a stadium in Pennsylvania last night as the National Football...
Read the full storyGermany eager to mend fences on trip to Turkey
Turkey is hosting Germany’s top diplomat on a two-day visit as it tries to fix its faltering relations with Europe. Heiko Maas, the foreign minister, arrived in Ankara yesterday on his first visit to Turkey since being...Turkey is hosting Germany’s top diplomat on a two-day visit as it tries to fix its faltering relations with Europe. Heiko Maas, the foreign minister, arrived in Ankara yesterday on his first visit to Turkey since being...Turkey is hosting Germany’s top diplomat on a two-day visit as it tries to fix its faltering relations with Europe.
Read the full storyMacron is given lesson in hubris
Hubris and arrogance are to blame for the sharp fall in President Macron’s popularity over the summer, his interior minister said yesterday. In comments likely to increase tensions within the French presidency, Gérard Collomb...Hubris and arrogance are to blame for the sharp fall in President Macron’s popularity over the summer, his interior minister said yesterday. In comments likely to increase tensions within the French presidency, Gérard Collomb...Hubris and arrogance are to blame for the sharp fall in President Macron’s popularity over the summer, his interior...
Read the full storyPolice clear 500 migrants from Dunkirk camp
Police have evacuated more than 500 mainly Iraqi Kurdish migrants sleeping in woods in a makeshift camp near Dunkirk as they try to reach Britain. The migrants were bussed to shelters in other French towns and cities, where they will be encouraged...Police have evacuated more than 500 mainly Iraqi Kurdish migrants sleeping in woods in a...Police have evacuated more than 500 mainly Iraqi Kurdish migrants sleeping in woods in a...
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North Korean charged with Sony hack
IN DEPTH
Despite hopes of a peace deal, Syria endgame will be a bloodbath
The man responsible for making peace in Syria is, understandably, sounding a little bit desperate. “Where can they go? Where can anyone go?” Staffan de Mistura, the UN’s Syria envoy, asked of the millions of civilians, half of them already...The man responsible for making peace in Syria is, understandably, sounding a little bit desperate.The man responsible for making peace in Syria is, understandably, sounding a little bit desperate.
Read the full storyHalifax allays fears of house price slowdown
Fears of a sharp summer slowdown in the housing market have eased after the latest closely watched survey found that prices ticked higher in August, rising at their fastest annual rate in nine months. In its latest monthly snapshot of the property market the Halifax said that the average price of...Fears of a sharp summer slowdown in the housing market have eased after the latest closely watched survey found that prices ticked higher in August, rising at their fastest annual rate in nine months. In its latest monthly snapshot of the property market the Halifax said that the average price of...Fears of a sharp summer slowdown in the housing market have eased after the latest closely watched survey found that prices...
Read the full storyPensions row as cap ditched
About 2,000 executives of companies that went on to fail are in line for compensation payments and bigger pensions worth in some cases hundreds of thousands of pounds after a landmark judgment on the UK pensions lifeboat. The European Court of Justice ruled yesterday that the cap that restricts pension payments to members of schemes rescued...About 2,000 executives of companies that went on to fail are in line for compensation payments and bigger pensions worth in some cases hundreds of thousands of pounds after a landmark judgment on the UK pensions lifeboat. The European Court of Justice ruled yesterday that the cap that restricts pension payments to members of schemes rescued...About 2,000 executives of companies that went on to fail are in line for compensation payments and bigger pensions worth in...
Read the full storyActivist investor sues Musk over ‘plan to burn short-sellers’
An American activist investor is suing Elon Musk over allegations that he artificially boosted Tesla’s share price to “burn” short-sellers. Andrew Left, founder of Citron Research and a Tesla short-seller, has accused Mr Musk of using a series of false tweets to damage his short position and those of other investors.An American activist investor is suing Elon Musk over allegations that he artificially boosted...An American activist investor is suing Elon Musk over allegations that he artificially boosted...
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Job interviews are stressful enough without enduring them in public
My local café is almost always a scene of chaos. Located next to an A&E unit, it’s often packed with people who...My local café is almost always a scene of chaos. Located next to an A&E unit, it’s often...My local café is almost always a scene of chaos. Located next to an A&E unit, it’s often...
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Melrose ahead in the popularity stakes
What was that all about then? Three months scrapping over a knackered British colossus — and look at this. Melrose...What was that all about then? Three months scrapping over a knackered British colossus — and look...What was that all about then? Three months scrapping over a knackered British colossus — and look...
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World Cup and hot weather bring cheer for Greene King
Auditors must do better, says regulator
The chairman of the UK’s top financial regulator has warned accountants that they need to address the issue of audit quality “as a matter of urgency” after a series of scandals and corporate collapses that have shone a...The chairman of the UK’s top financial regulator has warned accountants that they need to address the issue of audit quality “as a matter of urgency” after a series of scandals and corporate collapses that have shone a...The chairman of the UK’s top financial regulator has warned accountants that they need to address the issue of audit...
Read the full storySkilled staff shortage pushes up wages
Companies are having to pay more for staff as they struggle to find the skilled workers they need, a report has found. The latest monthly survey from the Recruitment and Employment Confederation (REC), which is followed by the...Companies are having to pay more for staff as they struggle to find the skilled workers they need, a report has found. The latest monthly survey from the Recruitment and Employment Confederation (REC), which is followed by the...Companies are having to pay more for staff as they struggle to find the skilled workers they need, a report has found.
Read the full storyStarbucks does Italian job with new Milan branch
Starbucks is to bring American coffee to the home of espresso when the doors of its first shop in Italy open today. The Seattle-based chain is opening an upmarket Reserve Roastery coffee shop in a converted post office close to the Duomo di Milano...Starbucks is to bring American coffee to the home of espresso when the doors of its first shop in...Starbucks is to bring American coffee to the home of espresso when the doors of its first shop in...
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Investors get all hung up about Charter Court
Pub group toasts long hot summer
Britain’s biggest pub company accompanied a positive trading update with a £150 million bond issue and confirmed that it had appointed advisers for a possible £300 million sale of its commercial property unit. Ei Group said it had hired Rothschild...Britain’s biggest pub company accompanied a positive trading update with a £150 million bond...Britain’s biggest pub company accompanied a positive trading update with a £150 million bond...
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Cricket | Mike Atherton
A farewell hundred may be ‘written in stars’ for Cook
“It could be written in the stars,” Joe Root said, urging Alastair Cook to complete the circle by ending his Test career as he started it, with a hundred that would bring this storied old ground to fever pitch. Retirement plans rarely go according to script for sportsmen, but who would bet...“It could be written in the stars,” Joe Root said, urging Alastair Cook to complete the circle by ending his Test career as he started it, with a hundred that would bring this storied old ground to fever pitch. Retirement plans rarely go according to script for sportsmen, but who would bet...“It could be written in the stars,” Joe Root said, urging Alastair Cook to complete the circle by ending his Test career as he...
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Strauss: Cook is England’s greatest ever player
Andrew Strauss described Alastair Cook as England’s greatest ever player shortly before the opener began his 161st and final Test match. Cook, 33, was presented with a commemorative cap by Strauss, the ECB’s director of cricket and Cook’s former opening partner, and Colin Graves, the ECB chairman, before his farewell Test. England’s...Andrew Strauss described Alastair Cook as England’s greatest ever player shortly before the opener began his 161st and final Test match. Cook, 33, was presented with a commemorative cap by Strauss, the ECB’s director of cricket and Cook’s former opening partner, and Colin Graves, the ECB chairman, before his farewell Test. England’s...Andrew Strauss described Alastair Cook as England’s greatest ever player shortly before the opener began his 161st and final...
Read the full storyPremier League | Oliver Kay
Pogba has to raise his game even if he sees his future elsewhere
One of the many reasons why club managers dislike international breaks is that their players are free to talk to the media. Sometimes there are restraints — Luke Shaw did not wish to discuss his relationship with José Mourinho at St George’s Park on Monday — but there is certainly more media access and a greater...One of the many reasons why club managers dislike international breaks is that their players are...One of the many reasons why club managers dislike international breaks is that their players are...
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Pogba hints at leaving United
matt dickinson
What really goes on inside highest office (in football)
paul lasike interview
From Mormons and NFL to Harlequins
Cricket | steve james
This was a chance to blood Burns, not use Ali as sticking plaster
At least this time Moeen Ali will have a little more time to think about it. That elevation to No 3 between innings...At least this time Moeen Ali will have a little more time to think about it. That elevation to No...At least this time Moeen Ali will have a little more time to think about it. That elevation to No...
Read the full storyThe Slice | Stuart Fraser
Wimbledon may be backed into a corner over on-court coaching
As grand-slam tournament chiefs gathered in New York this week to discuss a variety of issues at this tumultuous time...As grand-slam tournament chiefs gathered in New York this week to discuss a variety of issues at...As grand-slam tournament chiefs gathered in New York this week to discuss a variety of issues at...
Read the full storyThe Game Daily | Paul Joyce
England’s decision to keep Foden at U19 level paying off
jordan pickford interview
‘Ederson had an assist – I have got that in my locker’
Uefa nations league
Southgate stays loyal to team for Spain clash
uefa nations league
Germany can’t silence ugly noise
Uefa nations league
Wales rout Ireland to launch Giggs’ new era in style
Premier League
Sarri: I learnt of Napoli sacking on TV
Premier League
Tottenham allowed to play cup tie at Milton Keynes
The Game Daily | George Caulkin
England unite and excite – but I understand Vardy’s decision
Design Women's Habana Carmine Hot Mary Chocolaticas Multicoloured Jane Flat Chocolate We will always have Russia. Through the grind of qualifying games and the bafflement of the Uefa Nations League, we...We will always have Russia. Through the grind of qualifying games and the bafflement of the Uefa...We will always have Russia. Through the grind of qualifying games and the bafflement of the Uefa...
Read the full storyPremier League
West Ham’s landlord feud deepens
The owners of the London Stadium have set aside nearly £2 million to cover the legal costs of its disputes with West...The owners of the London Stadium have set aside nearly £2 million to cover the legal costs of its...The owners of the London Stadium have set aside nearly £2 million to cover the legal costs of its...
Read the full storyRugby Union | Stuart Barnes
Leicester’s biggest mistake was their failure to sack O’Connor three months ago
We were just settling into a good old-fashioned gallows debate — who was going to go first? Todd Blackadder or Matt...We were just settling into a good old-fashioned gallows debate — who was going to go first? Todd...We were just settling into a good old-fashioned gallows debate — who was going to go first? Todd...
Read the full storyThe Inside Line | Mark Souster
Racing industry’s chance to show it cares about its unsung heroes
It is that time of year again when nominations have opened for the annual stud and stable staff awards. Backed by...It is that time of year again when nominations have opened for the annual stud and stable staff...It is that time of year again when nominations have opened for the annual stud and stable staff...
Read the full storyFootball | In depth
The Game Dissected: how England can kick on from their World Cup heroics
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Football League appoints first woman to lead role
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Thunderer’s racing tips
obituary
Lord Thomas of Macclesfield
Innovative head of the Co-op Bank who pioneered ethical banking and survived an IRA mortar attack
obituary
Pat Long
Irreverent historian of the NME who went on to play a key role in the digital editions of The Times
obituary
David Goldblatt
Uncompromising South African photographer who chronicled apartheid yet shied away from violence
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Jet stream drives in a mixed weather pattern
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The allied advance
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Arts
Ballet star Natalia Osipova on the trials of being a Russian in London
The Royal Ballet principal tells Debra Craine about cruel jibes, body image and her new show, Pure Dance
album review
Pop: Paul McCartney: Egypt Station
The former Beatle avoids excess or effects in favour of solid construction and good tunes. His most emotionally satisfying work in decades
music
‘Does anyone in 2018 actually think that Britannia rules the waves?’
The conductor Andrew Davis talks to Richard Morrison as he prepares for his 12th Last Night of the Proms
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THE BIG FILM REVIEW
American Animals
VISUAL ART
Exhibition: Off the screen and on the walls
NEW MUSIC
Essential tracks
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Jazz: Kandace Springs: Indigo
★★★★☆
Kandace Springs’ Soul Eyes was one of the best jazz debuts in years. Having made an impact with R&B and hip-hop, the American singer confounded expectations by recording a pop-influenced jazz album. With this second release she...★★★★☆
Kandace Springs’ Soul Eyes was one of the best jazz debuts in years. Having made an...★★★★☆
Kandace Springs’ Soul Eyes was one of the best jazz debuts in years. Having made an...
FILM REVIEW
Under the Wire
FILM REVIEW
The Miseducation of Cameron Post
FILM REVIEW
Final Score
FILM REVIEW
The Nun
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Hurricane
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In Praise of Nothing
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Puzzle
CLASSIC FILM OF THE WEEK
Witness for the Prosecution (1957)
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The Seagull
★★★★☆
The last time Saoirse Ronan and Billy Howle played a couple, they were enduring a catastrophic wedding night in On Chesil Beach. There’s no premature ejaculation in this elegant English-language adaptation of Chekhov (that would be a bold...★★★★☆
The last time Saoirse Ronan and Billy Howle played a couple, they were enduring...★★★★☆
The last time Saoirse Ronan and Billy Howle played a couple, they were enduring...
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Pop: Eminem: Kamikaze
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Pop: Paul Simon: In the Blue Light
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Pop: Spiritualized: And Nothing Hurt
★★★★☆
For more than 20 years Jason “Spaceman” Pierce has created a unique sound with Spiritualized...★★★★☆
For more than 20 years Jason “Spaceman” Pierce has created a unique sound with...★★★★☆
For more than 20 years Jason “Spaceman” Pierce has created a unique sound with...
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Classical: Simon Rattle: Das Lied von der Erde/ Jiri Belohlavek: Janacek
Simon Rattle
Das Lied von der Erde
BR Klassik★★★★☆ Jiri Belohlavek
Janacek
Decca★★★☆☆ We know Mahler called his...Simon Rattle
Das Lied von der Erde
BR Klassik★★★★☆ Jiri Belohlavek
Janacek
Decca★★★☆☆ We know...Simon Rattle
Das Lied von der Erde
BR Klassik★★★★☆ Jiri Belohlavek
Janacek
Decca★★★☆☆ We know...
First night
Theatre: God of Carnage, Theatre Royal Bath
★★★★★
There was an opening night message from Amanda Abbington, of Sherlock fame, who plays Annette in this delicious middle-class comedy, that made me laugh. “Press night,” she tweeted. “I might vomit.” Yikes! But don’t be put off by...★★★★★
There was an opening night message from Amanda Abbington, of Sherlock fame, who...★★★★★
There was an opening night message from Amanda Abbington, of Sherlock fame, who...
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Pop: Garbage at Glasgow Barrowland
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Dance: Scandale at Sadler’s Wells
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Prom 71: ORR/Gardiner at the Royal Albert Hall
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★★★☆☆
Private “Tommo” Peaceful, 17 years old, is to be shot at dawn. The British Army did this to its soldiers 306 times during the First World War, for cowardice, for desertion, for disobedience — forward was the enemy, backwards was the...★★★☆☆
Private “Tommo” Peaceful, 17 years old, is to be shot at dawn. The British Army did this...★★★☆☆
Private “Tommo” Peaceful, 17 years old, is to be shot at dawn. The British Army did this...
MindGames
The Times Daily Quiz
DINNER TONIGHT
Lindsey Bareham’s salmon and leek jalousie
Radio review: The Chris Evans Breakfast Show
Chris Evans Breakfast Show
bbc.co.uk
★★★★★
“Shock.” That was the word used when Chris Evans announced on Monday that he was “gonna leave. I’m gonna leave Radio 2.” A shocking announcement, it was called. Which is nonsense. It was nothing of the... Chris Evans Breakfast Show
bbc.co.uk
★★★★★
“Shock.” That was the word used when Chris... Chris Evans Breakfast Show
bbc.co.uk
★★★★★
“Shock.” That was the word used when Chris...
market intelligence
The autumn market: a season of opportunities
The question that homeowners are asking is: what lies ahead? The answer depends on which expert you ask. One group takes a pessimistic view of conditions, maintaining that the housing market is in the grip of a slowdown, with even regions that were previously buoyant, such as the north and the Midlands, seeming to move into lower gear as the summer ends. With the...The question that homeowners are asking is: what lies ahead? The answer depends on which expert...The question that homeowners are asking is: what lies ahead? The answer depends on which expert...
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Sultry and spicy — or just dark beige?
The season has arrived when paint manufacturers and design groups announce what shade will be the colour of the next...The season has arrived when paint manufacturers and design groups announce what shade will be the colour of the next year. This year’s contest has begun with an announcement from Dulux that spiced honey will be the shade for interiors. The colour is described by Marianne Shillingford, Dulux’s creative director, as...The season has arrived when paint manufacturers and design groups announce what shade will be the colour of the next year. This...
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Beauty of Bauhaus is revived — again
INTERIORS
Get the look: Bauhaus
Heal’s was one of the first retailers to sell Bauhaus furniture; one of the directors, Ambrose Heal, held a series of...Heal’s was one of the first retailers to sell Bauhaus furniture; one of the directors, Ambrose...Heal’s was one of the first retailers to sell Bauhaus furniture; one of the directors, Ambrose...
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Anne Ashworth: How to make money in property (or not)
How to make money in property is something on which many people believe themselves to be an expert. They see the...How to make money in property is something on which many people believe themselves to be an expert.How to make money in property is something on which many people believe themselves to be an expert.
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New collection is a blast from the past
It has been a big week for John Lewis. The company has changed its name from John Lewis to John Lewis & Partners, and launched its autumn/winter homeware collection. The two things have something in common: history. The company’s past is part...It has been a big week for John Lewis. The company has changed its name from John Lewis to John...It has been a big week for John Lewis. The company has changed its name from John Lewis to John...
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Trend alert: statement chairs
LUXURY
Playing the imitation game
INTERIORS
Tastemakers: Shalini Misra, architect
HOME OF THE WEEK
A manor with hidden secrets
Seventeen years ago, while renovating their home in Kent, the owners of Twyssenden Manor peeled back some uninspiring panelling to reveal a medieval mural in the master bedroom. Across the hall they knocked through wall plaster to reveal a door...Flat Mary Habana Jane Chocolate Multicoloured Hot Chocolaticas Carmine Design Women's Seventeen years ago, while renovating their home in Kent, the owners of Twyssenden Manor peeled...Seventeen years ago, while renovating their home in Kent, the owners of Twyssenden Manor peeled...
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This week’s prime properties
MAKE THE MOVE
Make the move to a home with a wooden interior
interiors
Trend alert: botanicals
Glasshouse tropical shade from £72, Turqoise Neck A Gown Dresses BD430 2018 Tulle Elegant High Formal Line Prom Party Lace BessDress E6Aqwg, above Botanical cocktail chair...Glasshouse tropical shade from £72, Turqoise Neck A Gown Dresses BD430 2018 Tulle Elegant High Formal Line Prom Party Lace BessDress E6Aqwg, above Botanical cocktail chair...Glasshouse tropical shade from £72, Turqoise Neck A Gown Dresses BD430 2018 Tulle Elegant High Formal Line Prom Party Lace BessDress E6Aqwg, above Botanical cocktail chair...
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Can I stop my tenants moving out early?
Q I rent out a flat. My tenants have asked to move out four months early, but I am not happy I now have to find new...Q I rent out a flat. My tenants have asked to move out four months early, but I am not happy I...Q I rent out a flat. My tenants have asked to move out four months early, but I am not happy I...
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A slice of the Good Life
Some people practise mindfulness and meditation to reduce their stress levels. Others, however, swear by mucking out donkeys at the crack of dawn and fixing leaking chicken coops in torrential rain. It may sound like hard work, but that is part of...Some people practise mindfulness and meditation to reduce their stress levels. Others, however...Some people practise mindfulness and meditation to reduce their stress levels. Others, however...
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An ideal place to put down roots
SCOTLAND: ON THE MARKET
This week’s prime properties in Scotland
SCOTLAND: LEGAL Q&A
Do we need a lease agreement with our son’s flatmates?
SCOTLAND: ON THE MARKET
Make the move to a riverside home
Smacking set to be banned in Scotland
Parents in Scotland will almost certainly be banned from smacking their children next year after it emerged that a majority of MSPs would vote to back its prohibition. The Scottish government has already published draft legislation to outlaw corporal punishment and could become the first part of...Parents in Scotland will almost certainly be banned from smacking their children next year after it emerged that a majority of MSPs would vote to back its prohibition. The Scottish government has already published draft legislation to outlaw corporal punishment and could become the first part of...Parents in Scotland will almost certainly be banned from smacking their children next year after it emerged that a majority of...
Read the full storyReport recommends payouts for child abuse while in care
Victims of childhood abuse in care homes could be awarded millions of pounds in compensation following recommendations by a review. Experts working on the report said legislation for a settlement should be passed by the end of the parliamentary term in 2021. The report also suggested compensation to the families of deceased victims of abuse...Victims of childhood abuse in care homes could be awarded millions of pounds in compensation following recommendations by a review. Experts working on the report said legislation for a settlement should be passed by the end of the parliamentary term in 2021. The report also suggested compensation to the families of deceased victims of abuse...Victims of childhood abuse in care homes could be awarded millions of pounds in compensation following recommendations by a...
Read the full storyDoctors are afraid to voice concerns, says medical chief
Doctors are afraid to expose poor practice and staff shortages in Scotland because of fears that their careers will be threatened by counter-investigations, a medical leader has said. Lewis Morrison, the new chairman of the British Medical Association [BMA] in Scotland, said he knew colleagues who had moved to other...Doctors are afraid to expose poor practice and staff shortages in Scotland because of fears that...Doctors are afraid to expose poor practice and staff shortages in Scotland because of fears that...
Read the full storyBereaved family were told of killer’s release on anniversary of murder
The family of a former policeman who was bludgeoned to death in his home were told of his killer’s temporary release on the anniversary of his murder. Mike Mosey’s relatives received the news in a letter from the Scottish...The family of a former policeman who was bludgeoned to death in his home were told of his killer’s temporary release on the anniversary of his murder. Mike Mosey’s relatives received the news in a letter from the Scottish...The family of a former policeman who was bludgeoned to death in his home were told of his killer’s temporary release...
Read the full storyMigrant visa scheme will not stop fruit rotting, say farmers
Plans to alleviate chronic shortages on fruit farms by inviting 2,500 non-EU workers to the UK do not go nearly far enough to stave off a crisis, industry leaders have warned. The Home Office has announced a pilot scheme to...Plans to alleviate chronic shortages on fruit farms by inviting 2,500 non-EU workers to the UK do not go nearly far enough to stave off a crisis, industry leaders have warned. The Home Office has announced a pilot scheme to...Plans to alleviate chronic shortages on fruit farms by inviting 2,500 non-EU workers to the UK do not go nearly far...
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No Brexit or Salmond, but Ayrshire parking is sorted
Business leaders reject Sturgeon’s immigrant plans
Business leaders have rejected Nicola Sturgeon’s demand for a devolved immigration system in the wake of Brexit. Carolyn Fairbairn, director general of the UK’s leading business organisation, the CBI, wants ministers to create...Business leaders have rejected Nicola Sturgeon’s demand for a devolved immigration system in the wake of Brexit. Carolyn Fairbairn, director general of the UK’s leading business organisation, the CBI, wants ministers to create...Business leaders have rejected Nicola Sturgeon’s demand for a devolved immigration system in the wake of Brexit.
Read the full storyMesh implant linked to woman’s death
A great grandmother who underwent controversial mesh implant surgery is thought to be the first person in Scotland to have the operation mentioned as an underlying cause of death. Eileen Baxter, 75, was taken to hospital on...A great grandmother who underwent controversial mesh implant surgery is thought to be the first person in Scotland to have the operation mentioned as an underlying cause of death. Eileen Baxter, 75, was taken to hospital on...A great grandmother who underwent controversial mesh implant surgery is thought to be the first person in Scotland to...
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Martínez relishing task facing him in ‘adopted country’
It might be helpful if someone from the Scottish FA could get a message to Beth Martínez today. Before the coach of Belgium arrives at Hampden with his sublime squad of players it would be beneficial if a request could be relayed to his Scottish...It might be helpful if someone from the Scottish FA could get a message to Beth Martínez today.It might be helpful if someone from the Scottish FA could get a message to Beth Martínez today.
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McLeish’s keeping dilemma
Football
It’s up to us to match success of women’s side, says manager
Chocolaticas Mary Jane Design Women's Carmine Chocolate Multicoloured Habana Flat Hot Alex McLeish and his players had better prepare for themselves for nine months of hearing that they are not even the...Alex McLeish and his players had better prepare for themselves for nine months of hearing that...Alex McLeish and his players had better prepare for themselves for nine months of hearing that...
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Dominant Hornby has cutting edge for Scots
A hat-trick by Fraser Hornby, the towering Everton striker, kept Scotland’s slim hopes of qualifying for the European...A hat-trick by Fraser Hornby, the towering Everton striker, kept Scotland’s slim hopes of...A hat-trick by Fraser Hornby, the towering Everton striker, kept Scotland’s slim hopes of...
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Versatility could be key to Horne’s World Cup hopes
Is there a player in Scottish rugby today more undervalued than Peter Horne? In his ten years as a professional, he has lived in the shadows of Finn Russell, Matt Scott and any number of others, but he has gone about his uncomplaining business...Is there a player in Scottish rugby today more undervalued than Peter Horne? In his ten years as...Is there a player in Scottish rugby today more undervalued than Peter Horne? In his ten years as...
Read the full storyLandmark building boosts renaissance
Stand under the looming form of the V&A Dundee and you can almost hear the excited chatter carried on the riverside breeze. Optimistic voices predict that half a million visitors will descend on the city to visit the museum in its first year, generating £6 million for the local economy. New hotels are opening. The railway station has been spruced up. Local...Stand under the looming form of the V&A Dundee and you can almost hear the excited chatter...Stand under the looming form of the V&A Dundee and you can almost hear the excited chatter...
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Jacobite garter
In the 18th century garters were used to express political allegiance. This one, from about...Jacobite garter
In the 18th century garters were used to express political allegiance. This one, from about 1745, reads “Our Prince Is Brave Our Cause Is Just” and it was worn to express support for Bonnie Prince Charlie’s claim to the throne.
Dennis the Menace
This artwork by David Law for a Dennis the Menace...Jacobite garter
In the 18th century garters were used to express political allegiance. This one, from about 1745, reads...
Set up more hubs or lose powers, councils warned
Eoghan Murphy has told all four Dublin local authorities that he will strip them of their powers and force the construction of emergency accommodation in their areas if they do not tackle homelessness. The capital accounts for about 70 per cent of homelessness in the country and the number of...Eoghan Murphy has told all four Dublin local authorities that he will strip them of their powers and force the construction of emergency accommodation in their areas if they do not tackle homelessness. The capital accounts for about 70 per cent of homelessness in the country and the number of...Eoghan Murphy has told all four Dublin local authorities that he will strip them of their powers and force the construction of...
Read the full storyBorder deal ‘will rely on compromise by Brussels’
The European Union will have to give Theresa May assurances on an ambitious trade deal if she is to get the DUP and the right wing of her party to accept a backstop for the Irish border, according to Britain’s former ambassador to Brussels. Sir Ivan Rogers said that the risk of a no-deal Brexit was higher than financial markets anticipated.The European Union will have to give Theresa May assurances on an ambitious trade deal if she is to get the DUP and the right wing of her party to accept a backstop for the Irish border, according to Britain’s former ambassador to Brussels. Sir Ivan Rogers said that the risk of a no-deal Brexit was higher than financial markets anticipated.The European Union will have to give Theresa May assurances on an ambitious trade deal if she is to get the DUP and the right...
Read the full storyBrexit agreement being put at risk by ‘the three stooges’
Ireland’s European commissioner will today brand Boris Johnson, Nigel Farage and Jacob Rees-Mogg as the “three stooges” over their pronouncements on Brexit. Phil Hogan, the European commissioner for agriculture, will describe the three politicians as “extremists riding the wrecking ball and calling for the EU’s...Ireland’s European commissioner will today brand Boris Johnson, Nigel Farage and Jacob Rees-Mogg...Ireland’s European commissioner will today brand Boris Johnson, Nigel Farage and Jacob Rees-Mogg...
Read the full storyCrèche manager wins unfair dismissal claim
A pre-school manager who was demoted and suspended after returning to work following the death of a baby was awarded €10,000 for unfair dismissal. The Workplace Relations Commission (WRC) was told that the woman, who cannot be...A pre-school manager who was demoted and suspended after returning to work following the death of a baby was awarded €10,000 for unfair dismissal. The Workplace Relations Commission (WRC) was told that the woman, who cannot be...A pre-school manager who was demoted and suspended after returning to work following the death of a baby was awarded...
Read the full storyYou broke promises on scoliosis wait, Harris told
Simon Harris has defended the health service’s record on treating scoliosis patients following allegations of long delays and lack of communication. The health minister said “significant” progress had been made with waiting...Simon Harris has defended the health service’s record on treating scoliosis patients following allegations of long delays and lack of communication. The health minister said “significant” progress had been made with waiting...Simon Harris has defended the health service’s record on treating scoliosis patients following allegations of long...
Read the full storyBus Éireann losses driven €24m wider by strikes
The finances of Bus Éireann have deteriorated sharply with losses up almost 150 per cent last year to nearly €24 million. The latest annual report showed that the state-owned bus company reported a deficit of €23.7 million last...The finances of Bus Éireann have deteriorated sharply with losses up almost 150 per cent last year to nearly €24 million. The latest annual report showed that the state-owned bus company reported a deficit of €23.7 million last...The finances of Bus Éireann have deteriorated sharply with losses up almost 150 per cent last year to nearly €24...
Read the full storyStormont MLAs have their pay cut by a quarter
Stormont politicians have had their pay cut by a quarter because they are not performing all their functions. Karen Bradley, the UK secretary for Northern Ireland, said that their salaries would be reduced from £49,500 to £35,888.Stormont politicians have had their pay cut by a quarter because they are not performing all their functions. Karen Bradley, the UK secretary for Northern Ireland, said that their salaries would be reduced from £49,500 to £35,888.Stormont politicians have had their pay cut by a quarter because they are not performing all their functions. Karen...
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Changing Climate
The government will only play a full role in alleviating global warming if the public decides that it is willing to endure painful reforms
nature notes
Black bean aphids are not fussy eaters
BUSINESS
Beauty clinic chain is in the eye of the entrepreneur
Phones, fraud and now beauty. Pat Phelan’s ventures have been eclectic but the Cork native has never been afraid to reinvent himself. The 53-year-old is an old hand at doing a 180. Initially training as a butcher, he then worked as a chef, opened...Phones, fraud and now beauty. Pat Phelan’s ventures have been eclectic but the Cork native has...Phones, fraud and now beauty. Pat Phelan’s ventures have been eclectic but the Cork native has...
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Watchdog: Don’t spend surplus
The government should move to a budget surplus next year if cyclical growth and tax revenues come in above target, the country’s fiscal watchdog has said. The Irish Fiscal Advisory Council said in its pre-budget statement that...The government should move to a budget surplus next year if cyclical growth and tax revenues come in above target, the country’s fiscal watchdog has said. The Irish Fiscal Advisory Council said in its pre-budget statement that...The government should move to a budget surplus next year if cyclical growth and tax revenues come in above target...
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Comment
Labour moderates long for a Tory victory
Philip Collins
Spineless MPs are secretly hoping Mrs May’s successor will be a One Nation Conservative who can destroy Corbyn
ED CONWAY
Reasons to be cheerful on Lehman anniversary
ANN TRENEMAN
It took time but I’m all wrapped up in Christo
Sarah Champion
Allowing children to marry brings shame on Britain
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Call for doctors to prescribe plain English
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Morten Morland on Corbyn’s confusion
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On this day
In 1812 French and Russian armies met at the Battle of Borodino; in 1813, in a newspaper article in Troy, New York, the nickname “Uncle Sam” was first used to denote the United States; in 1838 Grace Darling and her father rescued survivors from the wreck of the steamship Forfarshire off the Farne Islands; in 1986 Desmond Tutu became Archbishop of Cape Town, South Africa; in 1901 the Boxer rebellion in China ended with the signing of the Boxer Protocol.
Nature notes
A bird that is still going around in family parties after nesting is the pied wagtail. The males are black and white, the females are more grey and white, while the young birds are predominantly grey with a yellowish tinge. You find them in fields with cows or sheep, or in places such as garage forecourts. They run about or walk with a jaunty air, sprinting forwards or leaping up when they see a fly they want to catch. They move their long tails up and down all the time and fly off in sweeping curves, making a loud “chissick” call. As autumn advances, the family flocks will break up and some individuals will take up a territory on their own along a riverbank. However, on winter evenings many of them — even amounting to hundreds — pour into communal roosts, sometimes in reedbeds, but also often in large trees in the centre of towns, where they appear to enjoy the warmth.
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Birthdays today
Corbin Bernsen, actor, LA Law (1986-94), 64; Antonia Campbell-Hughes, actress, Lead Balloon (2006-11), 3096 Days (2013), Paul, Apostle of Christ (2018), 36 Dimitris Caramitsos-Tziras, ambassador of Greece to the UK, 60; Gerald Corbett, chairman, Marylebone Cricket Club, 67; Philip Deignan, road racing cyclist, Team Sky, 35; Marcel Desailly, footballer, Chelsea (1998-2004), World Cup winner with France (1998), 50; Jennifer Egan, author, A Visit from the Goon Squad (Pulitzer prize, 2011), 56; Gloria Gaynor, singer, I Will Survive (1978), 69; Angela Gheorghiu, soprano, 53; Peter Gill, playwright and stage director, associate director, Royal National Theatre (1989-97), 79; Baroness (Dianne) Hayter of Kentish Town, shadow deputy leader of the House of Lords, 69; Marcus Horan, rugby union player, Munster (1999-2013) and Ireland (2000-11), 41; Chrissie Hynde, singer, the Pretenders, Brass in Pocket (1979), 67; Toby Jones, actor, Detectorists (2014-17), 52; Commodore Inga Kennedy, head, Royal Naval Medical Service, 56; Chief Rabbi Ephraim Mirvis, 62; Peggy Noonan, journalist and political speechwriter to US president Ronald Reagan (1984-86), 68; Lord (Robert) Reed, Justice of the Supreme Court, deputy president of the Supreme Court, 62; Sonny Rollins, jazz saxophonist, 88; Alok Sharma, Conservative MP for Reading West, employment minister, 51; Lord (Andrew) Stone of Blackheath, joint managing director, Marks & Spencer (1994-99), 76; Jean-Yves Thibaudet, pianist, 57; Sophie Turner Laing, chief executive officer, Endemol Shine Group, the TV production company behind Big Brother, 58; Prof Peter Vaughan, chief constable, South Wales Police (2010-2017), 56; Sir Robin Young, permanent secretary, Department of Trade and Industry (2001-05), 70; Diane Warren, songwriter, Because You Loved Me (1996), 62; Chris Wright, co-founder and chairman (1969-2011), Chrysalis Group, 74.