Whitbread is bringing an 81-room Premier Inn to Belfast International Airport, set to open in 2026. The £5.5-£6 million project includes a restaurant, parking, and jobs, aiming to capture the attention of six million yearly airport travelers as part of the group's strategic UK and Ireland growth.
Atlético Madrid kicked off their 2025-26 pre-season campaign with a 1-0 defeat to FC Porto in Portugal, as coach Diego Simeone tested new tactics and player roles. The result highlights the team's early efforts to find its rhythm ahead of the La Liga opener on 17 August.
A man in his 40s died after a tragic fall during an Oasis concert at Wembley Stadium in London on August 3, 2025. Emergency crews responded quickly but could not save him. Oasis shared their sorrow over the incident, but authorities are still investigating the details.
Pakistan started their 2025 T20I tour of the West Indies with a 14-run win in Florida, powered by Saim Ayub's 57 and Mohammad Nawaz's three-wicket haul. The West Indies fell short chasing 179 and continue to struggle in the format.
Italy released and deported Libyan police chief Osama Elmasry Njeem despite an ICC warrant for war crimes, citing security and procedural reasons. The incident spotlights Italy's and the EU's tendency to prioritize migration control over justice and human rights. The ICC is now probing possible violations by top Italian officials, exposing policy contradictions.
Storm Floris is gearing up to pound northern and western parts of the UK on August 4 with powerful winds and heavy rain. With gusts possibly topping 60 mph, yellow warnings are out for Scotland, Northern Ireland, and northwestern England. Travel chaos and flooding are likely as Floris breaks the pattern of usual summer weather.
Liverpool's new Adidas training gear was accidentally revealed on Instagram by Linda Pizzuti Henry, ahead of the official launch. The kit features classic Adidas stripes and Liverpool branding, sparking fan excitement before the club's partnership with Adidas officially begins on August 1, 2025.
Zvonimir Boban tore into AC Milan for loaning out Ismaël Bennacer, calling it a major misstep and highlighting the midfielder's vital role. Boban didn't hold back, also aiming criticism at coach Paulo Conceição for lacking tactical stability and blaming an early mistake for Milan's Champions League loss to Feyenoord.
Sporting CP snagged a 2-2 draw at home against Arouca in a chaotic Primeira Liga match rocked by an early own goal, a late red card, and tense moments. The match left fans gripping their seats, as both teams missed big chances in front of over 39,000 spectators.
RB Leipzig want at least €75m plus extra conditions for Benjamin Šeško, with Manchester United treating him as their top transfer target. Newcastle also have an interest. Šeško dismissed a move to Saudi Arabia, showing clear preference for a European club. United may still consider adding Ollie Watkins.
