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 Former footballer Joey Barton has been given a trial date over accusations of malicious communications in relation to tweets directed at football pundit Eni Aluko.Barton, 41, pleaded not guilty at Liverpool Crown Court on Tuesday to a charge of conveying an indecent or offensive message, for the purpose of causing distress or anxiety, between 3 and 8 January, in connection with posts on social media site X that he made about former Chelsea and England forward Ms Aluko.The ex-football manager tweeted after Ms Aluko and Lucy Ward appeared as pundits for ITV for an FA Cup match between Crystal...

Trial date set for former footballer Joey Barton accused of malicious tweets towards pundit Eni Aluko

We reported earlier that Eddie Nketiah is close to joining Crystal Palace and a deal for the Arsenal frontman is getting even closer to being done.The deal is worth up to £30m and believed to be £25m upfront with £5m in add-ons.Arsenal have given permission to Nketiah to do his medical with the Eagles and it is understood that agreeing personal terms for the England international will not be a problem.

Nketiah medical given go ahead

"The guns have fallen silent. The stars have aligned. The great wait is over."Yep, that's right, Ryan Gauld is back with the Scotland national team for reunion dates in Glasgow and Lisbon.Still uncapped at the age of 28, the Vancouver Whitecaps captain will be desperate to take to the stage after returning to the senior squad for the first time in a decade on the same day Oasis announced their comeback tour.Despite a loyal social media following fighting his corner, it felt like another call-up would never come for the Dundee United youth product.He even conceded that he may never...

Why Gauld could be difference Clarke needs

Portsmouth sign West Ham midfielder Freddie Potts on a season-long loan.

Pompey sign West Ham midfielder Potts on loan

Brighton have completed the signing of midfielder Matt O'Riley from Scottish Premiership champions Celtic.The 23-year-old joins the Seagulls on a five-year deal for fee understood to be in the region of £25m.O'Riley was at Fulham's academy before joining MK Dons in 2021 and then made the move to Celtic in January 2022, where he played 124 times, scoring 27 goals and providing 35 assists.Manager Fabian Hurzeler said on the signing: "He plays a very specialist position; he is very good at occupying and attacking the right space. He likes making deep runs, and know when to attack at the right time."He enjoys getting forward and attacking the opponent's penalty area, but he also has a good defensive instinct. That balance makes him special. He is a great character, and has a good ambition to succeed and that's something which is very important for us."How do you feel about the deal, Brighton fans? The type of player you needed?Let us know here

O'Riley completes Brighton move

A man in his 20s was pronounced dead on Tuesday afternoon, Irish police said.

Two cousins killed following Donegal car crash

A man has died and four others are seriously injured after a two-car crash near Tavistock in Devon, police have said. The crash involving a Vauxhall Astra and a Kia Rio happened at Iron Railings Cross, between Haye Down and Longcross, at about 12:55 BST on Monday, Devon and Cornwall Police said.

Man dies and four seriously injured in crash

The plants have an estimated street value of between £544,600 and £1,633,800.

Cannabis farm find 'one of the largest' - police

There is an increased police presence in the area while officers investigate.

Man 'performs inappropriate act' in front of children

The motorcyclist, a man in his 60s and from Chiseldon, died at the scene.

Motorcyclist dies in crash on country road

The 29-year-old Sark man's body was discovered by a cruise ship off the Devon coast in 2021.

Death of man found by cruise ship remains unexplained

South Yorkshire Police say Ms Stenson's family are being supported at this "difficult time".

Police find body in search for missing woman

A local councillor says "from the evidence of the body", the dog may have been cruelly treated.

Dead dog in fly-tipped rubbish, says councillor

Six men are on trial in Glasgow accused of involvement in a worldwide drug trafficking operation.

Drugs trial hears £1m of cash found in house

The latest theft comes after an identical statue was stolen from a village sign in October 2021.

Second pit pony statue stolen in three years

A woman whose cats have been caught in illegal snares, on two separate occasions, has issued a plea. Cassie Langton, who lives in the Estover area of Plymouth, said the snares were "tight around" her cat's waist, with the second time resulting in a vet bill costing more than £400.

Woman's plea after cats caught in illegal snares

Northern advises people not to travel for the remainder of the day with services severely affected.

Rail line hit by further flooding

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The month of September is upon us and with it brings happiness to three zodiac signs. Pisces, Aquarius, and Libra will experience an end to the loneliness they have been feeling. Whether their loneliness has been subtle or significant, relief from this emotion is coming for these signs. Let’s discuss each sign and what they can expect in the month of September.

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Maupay future in the balance after 'tough run'

Everton face Doncaster in the Carabao Cup second round on Tuesday in what could be striker Neal Maupay's final match of a dismal few years on...

Maupay future in the balance after 'tough run'

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