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Saudi led takeover of Newcastle approved by Premier League

The Saudi-led takeover of Newcastle has been approved, the Premier League has announced. The Premier League said it had settled legal disputes that had initially stalled the takeover process, and received “legally binding assurances” that the Saudi Arabian government will not effectively own the club. The Premier League statement read: “The Premier League, Newcastle United Football Club and St James Holdings Limited have today settled the dispute over the takeover […]

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Adele says her weight loss was caused by anxiety

Adele has told Vogue that her recent weight loss was caused by anxiety as she featured on the cover of both the UK and US editions of the magazine. It is the first collaboration of its kind in Vogue’s 129-year history, with each edition of the magazine featuring a different fashion shoot and interview. The singer, 33, who is set to make her musical comeback next week with new single […]

todayOctober 7, 2021 48

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South Africa Thailand and Mexico among 47 countries being cut from red list

A total of 47 countries including South Africa, Mexico and Thailand will be removed from England’s red list on Monday, Transport Secretary Grant Shapps has announced. Travellers arriving from those destinations will no longer need to spend 11 nights in a quarantine hotel at a cost of £2,285 for solo travellers. Just seven countries will remain on the red list following the changes. They are Colombia, Dominican Republic, Ecuador, Haiti, […]

todayOctober 7, 2021 5

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The Queen to launch baton relay for Birmingham 2022 Commonwealth Games

The Queen’s Baton Relay for the Birmingham 2022 Commonwealth Games will be launched by the head of state from Buckingham Palace. From the forecourt of her official London home, the Queen will place her message in the baton before Paralympic gold medallist Kadeena Cox carries the symbol on the first leg of its journey. The relay of 7,500 bearers will take the baton on a 90,000-mile journey to all 72 […]

todayOctober 7, 2021 14

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Energy bills forecast to rise by 30 in 2022

Britons could see their energy bills rise by 30% next year, analysts have said. Research agency Cornwall Insight has predicted further volatile gas prices and the potential collapse of even more suppliers could push the energy price cap to about £1,660 in summer. The forecast is approximately 30% higher than the record £1,277 price cap set for winter 2021-22, which commenced at the start of October. Craig Lowrey, senior consultant […]

todayOctober 7, 2021 5

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Jesse Lingard targets World Cup finals to make up for Euro 2020 disappointment

Jesse Lingard insists missing out on a place at Euro 2020 is driving him to earn a spot in Gareth Southgate’s England squad at the World Cup. The 28-year-old appeared destined to be nowhere near Southgate’s consideration for a place in his squad this summer only to shine on a loan spell at West Ham to bring himself into contention. The Manchester United forward ultimately missed the cut but was […]

todayOctober 7, 2021 8

Highlights

DukeBox UK is back!

Is that the heartening sounds of normality? It's been a very long summer, but we're delighted to say that Wellington College is back, and so is DukeBox UK! The College is closer to normal than it has been in a year and a half, and we can't wait to show you what DukeBox is up to. Our first engagement of the year is the College Carnival for new 3rd formers, […]

todaySeptember 7, 2021 72

Events

DukeBox UK resumes remote broadcasting

  After a pandemic-enforced shutdown, DukeBox UK is finally back running live at remote locations around Wellington College, including a stellar commentary of the 1st XV rugby fixture by students Will, Rory and Connor. Be sure to stay tuned to DukeBox to catch all our live events, and follow us on social media @wellydukebox to find out when they'll be taking place!

todayMay 14, 2021 22

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Singer-Songwriter Duo Embarks on Intimate Acoustic TourSinger-Songwriter Duo Embarks on Intimate Acoustic Tour

The dynamic singer-songwriter duo Broked are set to embark on an intimate acoustic tour. This up-close and personal experience promises to showcase their musical chemistry and captivate audiences with stripped-down performances. Without deviation from the norm, progress is not possible. Winter Rockfest's expansion has changed its aftertaste somewhat — this year's significantly greater geographic distribution spread out the festival's crowds across a wider swath of territory — but its model […]

todayMarch 10, 2020 17