The Independent

 Exhausted Dan Evans finally ran out of steam as he exited the US Open in a four-set defeat to Alex de Minaur.The 34-year-old leaves New York with a piece of history, having won the longest-ever match at the tournament with his five-hour-33-minute first-round victory over Karen Khachanov.But he paid the price for that physical exertion earlier in the week as he fatigued badly in a 6-3 6-7 (4) 6-0 6-0 loss to the Australian 10th seed.Alex de Minaur gets it done! pic.twitter.com/HGsxmp15JP— US Open Tennis (@usopen) September 1, 2024De Minaur, who had British girlfriend Katie Boulter courtside cheering his...

Dan Evans runs out of steam in defeat to Alex de Minaur

Britain's Dan Evans ran out of steam in a third-round defeat by Alex de Minaur, while Jack Draper beat Botic van de Zandschulp to reach the last 16.

Evans runs out of steam, but Draper into US Open last 16

New York City, NY

Frances Tiafoe won against No 13 seed Ben Shelton 4-6, 7-5, 6-7 (5), 6-4, 6-3 to advance to the last 16 of the US Open at the USTA Billie Jean King National Tennis Center in New York on Friday. With the win, Tiafoe avenged his loss to fellow American Shelton in the quarter-finals of New York Major in 2023.

US Open: Tiafoe avenges 2023 loss to Shelton with grand effort in third round

Frances Tiafoe avenged his defeat by Ben Shelton at last year's US Open by beating the 13th seed in an all-American five-set thriller to reach the fourth round. The pair, who are good friends, faced each other in the quarter-finals in New York last year with Shelton emerging as the victor.

Tiafoe defeats 'annoying' Shelton in five-set thriller

Andy Roddick has predicted that Aryna Sabalenka will win the women’s title at the 2024 US Open as he labelled the Belarusian star “a significant favourite.”. The former world No 1 also thinks Coco Gauff and her coach Brad Gilbert will be “realists” about the American’s chances of defending her title.

Andy Roddick reveals ‘significant’ US Open favourite between Iga Swiatek, Aryna Sabalenka, Coco Gauff

A man discovered the young male dog while walking his own dogs at 05:30 BST along the riverbank.

Dog found in river with mouth bound up with tape

A three-year-old boy has died following a "medical episode" at a large family festival. Officers from Hampshire and Isle of Wight Constabulary were called to the scene at Carfest, at Laverstoke Park Farm, in Overton, Hampshire, shortly after 23:00 BST on Saturday. The child died a short time after having...

Three-year-old boy dies after 'episode' at festival

Los Angeles County, CA

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Herbie J Pilato

It's been 35 years since the original Baywatch TV series premiered on NBC in the 1989-1990 season. One year later, it was syndicated and became one of the most popular TV shows on the planet. The show's original cast included David Hasselhoff, who stayed with the series through its entire run. During that time, he was joined by other actors, including (but not limited to) Pamela Anderson, Alexandra Paul, and Jason Simmon. At the time, Simmons, who is gay, was in the closet.

The Once-Secret Gay Life of 'Baywatch' Actor Jaason Simmons: 35 Years After The Beach Drama's Debut

Aminadab Temesgen was caught throwing missiles during the Plymouth riots.

Rioting student 'destroyed' chance of becoming lawyer

After buying a 200-year-old hall to renovate, Andrew and Louisa Godfrey made a heavenly discovery.

Couple renovating manor uncover 'priceless' angels

An extensive search for an Indian woman who disappeared into a pavement sinkhole in Kuala Lumpur hit a snag on its eighth day, as authorities now say it is "too risky" to continue deploying divers. The incident has gripped Malaysia, with some 110 rescuers working around the clock this past...

Search for woman swallowed by 8m sinkhole now 'too risky'

Shay Kang was found with fatal injuries at a house in Rowley Regis, West Midlands in March.

Mother pleads guilty to stabbing daughter to death

A study suggests a new way of targeting cancer by using the body's natural immune system.

Cancer vaccine hope after killer cell research

Declutterbuzz

Overwhelm is a word I often hear folks say regarding decluttering. Decluttering does not have to be overwhelming. When you Declutter For Life the process is not stressful. You won't clear the chaos overnight, but with patience and effort, you can build a space—and a life—that feels calm and organized. For busy young working moms who've tried and failed, understanding that decluttering is a gradual process rather than a quick fix can change everything. Let me explain.

How To Declutter For Life, Not For a Quick Fix!

A college in Devon has closed its degree awarding courses with immediate effect, leading to job losses and disruption for students. Dartington Hall Trust, which runs Schumacher College in Totnes, said it could no longer fund the school due to it incurring "substantial monthly losses". It said 46 students will...

Anger over sudden closure of college

The government confirms three more cases of bluetongue virus in Norfolk and Suffolk.

Three more cases of bluetongue disease confirmed

A 17-year-old boy is found guilty of the murder of Holly Newton in Hexham, Northumberland.

Teenager guilty of murdering Holly Newton, 15

Three men are charged with grievous bodily harm with intent and kidnap after a man was attacked.

Three 20-year-olds charged with kidnap

Kadeena Cox describes the 2024 Paralympics as "a nightmare I can't wake up from" after her crash in the final of her C4-5 500m time trial.

Paralympics 'a nightmare I can't wake up from' - Cox

The charges relate to Salil Korambayil working at two hospitals in Cornwall and Devon.

Rapist surgeon sentenced for misusing patient records

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Salisbury and Ram win 20th US Open match in a row

Britain's Joe Salisbury and American Rajeev Ram extended their US Open winning streak to 20 matches by reaching the third round of the men's doubles. The...

Salisbury and Ram win 20th US Open match in a row

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