15 hours agoLatest NewsComments Off on Two skydivers die in ‘tandem jump’ at Devon airfield as officials probe ‘tragic accident’
TWO skydivers have died after a “tragic accident” during a tandem jump.
Emergency services rushed to Dunkeswell Airfield in Devon yesterday, but the pair were both pronounced dead at the scene.
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Devon and Cornwall Police confirmed that families of the skydivers had been informed and investigations into the incident were underway.
They asked anyone with information on the tragedy to get in touch.
A spokesperson for the force said: “Emergency services were called to the area of Dunkeswell Aerodrome at around 1pm on Friday 13 June following concerns for the welfare of two people.
“It was reported that they were skydivers.
“They were sadly both confirmed deceased at the scene and their families have been informed.
“Scene guards remain in place and enquiries are ongoing by the relevant agencies.
“If anyone has information which may assist us, please call 101 or report via our website quoting 50250150193.”
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The Club World Cup will be held across 11 cities in the United States and will get underway on Sunday, July 15 (UK time).
The blockbuster tournament is among the most lucrative and is comparable to the Premier League and the Champions League.
SunSport brings you details on the mammoth prize pot that has attracted some of the biggest clubs in the world.
Club World Cup prize money 2025
Fifa president Gianni Infantino described the distribution model of the Club World Cup as the “biggest-ever prize money for a football tournament” of its seven-game format.
The winning side will earn up to $125million/£97million, which is close to what the Premier League (£176m) and Champions League (£135m) payout to their winners.
A colossal total pot of £775m ($1bn) will be shared between the 32 clubs, with a £407m ($525m) participation fee shared based on sporting and commercial criteria, and £368m ($475m) shared based on sporting performance.
Fifa is not keeping any revenue made from the huge tournament and it expects to share another £200m ($250m) with clubs as solidarity payments
Club World Cup 2025 Guide
SOME of the world’s biggest clubs are heading Stateside for a MAMMOTH Club World Cup.
Chelsea, Paris Saint-Germain, Real Madrid, Man City, and Inter Miami are among the 32 teams taking part in the tournament, which runs from June 14 to July 13.
Lionel Messi, Kylian Mbappe, Erling Haaland, Ousmane Dembele, Cole Palmer and Harry Kane will be showing their skills to packed crowds across the US.
Los Blancos are favourites to lift the trophy in New York but will face stiff competition from around the globe.
15 hours agoLatest NewsComments Off on Body of woman in her 30s found at home after ‘car crashed into McDonald’s’ as cops arrest man on suspicion of murder
THE BODY of a 30-year-old woman has been found at a home after a car crashed into a McDonald’s — leading police to arrest a man on suspicion of murder.
Northamptonshire Police have confirmed that a man has been arrested on suspicion of murder after a woman’s body was discovered in Burton Latimer.
Officers said they received reports of a man crashing a blue Skoda Superb at a McDonald’s on Folley Way at around 3.30pm on June 13.
Police arrived at the scene, which led to the discovery of a woman in her 30s found dead at an address on Donnington Road.
The East Midlands Special Operations Unit has launched a murder investigation and is appealing for anyone with information to come forward.
A local resident said they saw forensic teams and a heavy police presence in what is usually a quiet town.
Police said the 35-year-old man arrested remains in custody and confirmed they are not looking for anyone else in connection with the murder.
Neighbourhood policing teams will remain in the area, carrying out regular patrols to reassure the community and encouraging anyone with concerns to speak to them.
Senior investigating officer Detective Inspector Torie Harrison, of EMSOU, said: “Following the tragic discovery of a woman’s body in Burton Latimer yesterday afternoon, our thoughts and condolences are with everyone who knew and loved her.
“We have established a comprehensive and fast-moving investigation into the circumstances of her death, with one arrest made.
“At present we believe this to be an isolated incident with no risk to the wider community.
“I know news of this death will cause immense concern and distress to people in the local area, and we will be maintaining an enhanced presence over the coming days to provide reassurance and support as enquiries continue.”
Anyone with information — including CCTV, smart doorbell, or dash-cam footage — is urged to contact Northamptonshire Police on 101, or call Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555111.
GoogleThe McDonald’s where the man, 35, crashed a blue Skoda was the key location that led police to discover the body of a 30-year-old woman[/caption]
15 hours agoLatest NewsComments Off on ‘It stings and makes me bitter’ – League One chairman gutted after losing star man to Bundesliga on free transfer
PETERBOROUGH chairman Darragh MacAnthony admitted he is feeling “bitter” after one of his star players left the club.
Ricky Jade-Jones has departed Posh with his contract expiring at the end of the month.
Ricky Jade-Jones has left Peterborough to sign for St. PauliPosh chairman Darragh MacAnthony shared his disappointment over the movePA
He has signed for Bundesliga side St. Pauli in what is a big blow for the League One side.
Jade-Jones has been at Peterborough since the age of nine and played 190 games after graduating the academy.
As a result, Posh would have been guaranteed a hefty fee by way of compensation if the striker had signed for another English club.
His move to Germany means Peterborough will only be granted a small training compensation fee.
MacAnthony shared his thoughts about Jade-Jones’ move on X.
He wrote: “He turned down four brilliant Championship clubs to do this move which has cost his home town club a lot of money.
“Not going to lie, it stings and makes me bitter for the moment as the kid has been with us so many years and I couldn’t have been more supportive of him but we move on and don’t look back.
“This is football and it can kick you in the nuts at times.”
15 hours agoLatest NewsComments Off on The 35p IKEA flower that blooms all summer AND survives winter – it comes in loads of bright colours & perfect for pots
SEASONAL flowers are beautiful, but perennial plants provide infinite colour and joy.
Pansies are considered a short-lived perennial, meaning they can survive for more than one growing season.
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The pansies come in packs of 10 from IKEAIKEA
They are super colourful, often marked in the centre and look like faces – sometimes with darker blotches or ‘whiskered’ or plain.
They come in an enormous range of colours and variations – from blue, mauve, pink, purple, red, yellow, and white.
What’s more, they flower all year round, which is great when the rest of your garden dies back and you’re desperate for colour in the winter.
Pansies start petite in size but can spread, so they make the perfect plant to add to your garden borders, pots and hanging baskets.
And IKEA is selling trays of 10 pansies for just £3.50 – that’s 35p a plant!
The online product description for the pansies reads: “Let your indoor and outdoor plant pots bloom with lively pansies.”
And IKEA customers were impressed with the pansies, one said: “They’ve provided continuous spring colour to our garden.”
Another wrote: “Good value great price, lovely plants.”
A third reviewed: “Good value pansies nice colours and healthy plants.”
How to care for pansies
Pansies do best in full sun to partial shade.
If there has been continuous hot weather, they need to be watered regularly – and water the soil rather than the foliage as this avoids the spread of fungal diseases.
From spring to autumn, it’s recommended that you feed them fortnightly with a liquid fertiliser, and remove the faded and dead flowers regularly, which encourages the plant to keep producing new blooms.
You can do this by either pinching them off with your finger and thumb, or using a pair of garden snips or secateurs to cut off the dead heads.
Other flowers that come back every year
Chrysanthemums
A hardy perennial, Chrysanthemums if planted in the right conditions will return the following year.
Campanula portenschlagiana
Nicknamed the Dalmatian bellflower, Campanula portenschlagianais a hardy perennial, meaning it will typically return each year.
June gardening jobs
The Sun's Gardening Editor, Veronica Lorraine, has shared the tasks you should take this month.
Stake out leggy perennials
With all the dramatic weather we’ve been having, it’s definitely time to stake out your leggy perennials (the ones that come back every year). Heavy rain and growth spurts, can make them collapse and flop.
Picking out the slugs and snails
Hopefully as we move into summer they will do less damage as the plants get bigger. The best way is still to go out at night with a head torch to find them.
Pick elderflower heads
You can use them to make your own cordial, or add to cakes, champagne or even fry them in batter.
Get on top of weeds
It’s around now that weeds really ramp up in the garden, so keep on top of them with hoe-ing – or just the traditional ‘on your knees with a hand fork’. Try and avoid chemicals – remember weeds are just plants in the wrong place.
Up the mowing
You’ll need to mow your lawn weekly now – if you’ve got time, weed it beforehand as once you mow you chop off the leaves and its harder to see them.
Check on your tomatoes
Your tomato plants will need attention – water, feed and regularly and pinch out the sideshoots.
Chelsea Chop
There’s still time for the Chelsea Chop – plants like Rudbeckia’s, Asters, Penstemons, Sedums and other perennials can be cut back by a third to help them get a bit more bushy, and prolong the flowering period.
Sort out your tulips
If you can be bothered and have space – lift and story your tulip bulbs to ensure colour next Spring.
Deadheading your roses
Take them down to the first set of healthy leaves – which will ensure more flowers for longer.
Enjoy your space
Take some time to sit and enjoy your garden or outside space – it’s great for your mental health. Even just a few minutes a day can make a big difference.
It forms a mat-like ground cover and is known for its spreading habit which is perfect for the front of garden borders or under trees and shrubs.
Kalanchoe
Also known as “widow’s thrill” for its reputation for being very hardy and able to thrive in harsh conditions, including neglect and minimal watering.
As perennial succulents, kalanchoe thrives indoors and required a period of reduced light and water to simulate winter dormancy.
A lovely display of spring flowers – cosmic blue petunias and sunny yellow pansies.
15 hours agoLatest NewsComments Off on Fremantle coach Justin Longmuir says North Melbourne victory proves Dockers are maturing
Fremantle coach Justin Longmuir conceded the North Melbourne game was one that the Dockers might have lost in the past, pointing to the growing maturity of his players.
15 hours agoLatest NewsComments Off on Iran threatens full blown war with deadly reply and chilling warning to other countries who defend Israel
Iran has launched deadly missile strikes on Israel followed by a chilling warning that it will target any countries who try to defend the Jewish state.
