West Ham boss Rehanne Skinner has questioned the decision to allow Women’s Super League games to go ahead last weekend following the death of Matt Beard.
Former Liverpool and Hammers boss Beard died at the age of 47 on Saturday.
Liverpool’s game against Aston Villa was postponed on Sunday, but three other WSL games were played, including the Hammers’ match at Brighton.
“For me, I don’t know why any of the games were on at the weekend because the amount of people, players, coaching staff across the game that have obviously known Matt,” said Skinner.
“I think the expectation on what people had to do that weekend was not assessed properly at all.”
“We’re two years down the line from another massive tragedy, a player that we lost in Maddie Cusack, and I think the contingency plans around these things need to be looked into in much more detail,” added Skinner, whose side host defending champions Chelsea on Sunday.
“When you see some of the players and some of the staff that have had to go through the weekend that they’ve had to go through, we shouldn’t be putting people in that position.”
Sheffield United midfielder Cusack died at the age of 27 in September 2023.
The inquest into her death has been delayed until January.
Skinner said: “If we’re going to talk about wellbeing of players and coaches you can’t pay lip service to it. It has to happen in a much, much better space, and to be proactive with that, not reactive.
Kai, the eldest of Trump’s grandchildren, is already making waves off the course with deals worth more than $1 million and has been “training in the gym, getting stronger, and playing more golf in hopes to become a pro.”
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Kai Trump, 18, says she wants to become a professional golfer(Image: INSTAGRAM)
Kai, the granddaughter of Donald Trump’s influential grandfather, has revealed that she wants to play golf professionally as she joins her grandfather in the Ryder Cup today, where she has already secured deals worth more than $1 million.
She was earlier pictured leaving the White House with Trump in his Marine One chopper to head to New York’s Bethpage Black Course, where the event is being held. The 18-year-old, the eldest of Trump’s grandchildren, is already making waves off the course with deals worth over $1 million. Before starting at the University of Miami this autumn to join the school’s golf team, Kai partnered with brands including Accelerator Active Energy, Leaf Trading Cards, and TaylorMade Golf.
Her more than six million social media followers – 1.8 million on Instagram, 3.2 million on TikTok, and 1.7 million on YouTube – means her NIL (name, image, and likeness) valuation sits at around $1.2million (£895,000), putting her among the top female student-athlete earners, alongside LSU gymnast Livvy Dunne and basketball player Flaujae Johnson.
Following her speech at the Republican National Convention last year, Kai’s public profile increased even more.
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The teenager described her aspirations for a career in golf in a Fox News interview in July. She said, “If I have two hours, I’m not going to hit a few balls, go on my phone, and scroll,” No, I won’t waste any of the time I have available for study.
On a very boozy trip to Nashville, associate editor Tom Bryant witnessed Amber Davies’ dancing abilities up close.
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Mirrorman Tom, far right, with Amber Davies, and his Nashville gang(Image: Tom Bryant)
When Amber Davies hits the Strictly dance floor this weekend – armed with barely any rehearsal time – plenty will be wondering whether she’s got what it takes.
A last-minute replacement for injured Dani Dyer, she’ll only have a few hours of training with partner Nikita Kuzmin under her belt.
But if Amber’s stamina on a sticky Nashville dancefloor was anything to go by, her competitors don’t stand a chance. Back in 2018, I remember ending up with her in a slightly grimy bar on the city’s main strip, known as the legendary Honky Tonk Highway.
It may have only been 3pm but it’s fair to say the drinks had been flowing like the Mississippi for hours. A small but determined crew, including myself and Amber, had already been up for 10 hours after an alarmingly early start, interviewing Dolly Parton at her manager’s downtown office.
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This was when Amber was only a year out of Love Island but before her incredible transition into becoming a West End star. Funny, modest and down-to-earth, she had lined up a chat ahead of starring in Dolly: 9 to 5, which was all being filmed for a new documentary.
After a tired-looking female singer on stage started singing Jolene, we all had to laugh after leaving the bar afterwards, minus Dolly but with her publicist Steve.
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Amber jumped right into action on a deserted dancefloor while holding a drink in hand.
Britain’s Beth Potter claimed her second gold in two weeks to become joint leader in the World Triathlon Championship series.
After claiming her first 2025 gold in the Czech Republic, the 33-year-old’s second successive win in Weihai, China, puts pressure on 2024 series champion Cassandre Beaugrand of France, with the pair tied on 2925 points.
No one in the women’s section apart from Potter and Beaugrand has topped the podium twice this series, meaning their fates lie in their own hands as they head into the grand final in Wollagong, Australia next month.
The Paris 2024 double bronze medallist held the lead, allowing her to ease off for the victory lap and comfortably cross for her second series gold.
“I’m just thinking about myself, about my race processes and I’m really happy with that,” Potter said.
“I don’t take winning for granted so it’s great to back up my win in Karlovy just 12 days later.
“I’m feeling quietly confident and good in myself, trusting the training and it’s coming good.”
In hot, humid conditions in Weihai, Potter’s compatriot Sophie Alden earned a sixth-place finish on her debut at this level while in the men’s race, Jack Willis and Connor Bentley ran in 11th and 13th respectively for Great Britain.
“Beth once again delivered a masterclass and showed that she’s getting right back to her very best,” British Triathlon performance director Mike Cavendish said.
Maureen Lipman, the actress from Evelyn Plummer, criticized Miriam Margolyes for her unwavering support for Palestine in the midst of Israel’s “vicious” and “genocidal” conflict.
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Corrie star embroiled in bitter war of words with Miriam Margolyes over remarks on Palestine(Image: Getty Images)
Coronation Street actress Maureen Lipman branded Miriam Margolyes a “shock jock” and “self-publicist” for her views about Palestine. Harry Potter star Miriam, 84, described Israeli forces as “vicious”, claiming the country’s government is “genocidal”.
Miriam, who comes from a Jewish family, has been vocal with her criticism of Israel over recent months. But Evelyn Plummer star Maureen, 79, took aim at the outspoken actress, with Miriam reposting her insults on her own Facebook page.
In her column, Maureen told Miriam that she had spoken to another Jewish actress. Maureen did not object to the other, unnamed Jewish woman despite the fact that she had also criticized the Israeli Defense Forces’ barbaric actions in Palestine.
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She explained that she realized she and the other actress had contradictory opinions about the genocide taking place in Palestine after receiving an email exchange. However, Miriam’s accusations against her were brutal, calling her “thought-through, measured, and civil.”
Miriam riled Maureen up with her Big Issue interview. She had told the publication: “I was born in ’41, at the height of the Holocaust. I cannot bear to think that my people are doing exactly the same thing to another nation.”
She added that Hitler had permanently transformed Jewish people, turning them from caring and compassionate to “this vicious, genocidal, nationalist nation, pursue and murdering women and children.”
Hitting out at Miriam’s interview, Maureen compared her to the anonymous actress. She wrote in her column in The Spectator : “Miriam Margolyes, on the other hand, is a shock jock, a potty-mouthed controversialist and self-publicist, so I’m uninterested in her latest PR splash comparing Israelis to Nazis and the Gazan war to the Holocaust.”
Miriam shared a photo of the column to her Facebook page on Thursday writing: “From Dame Maureen Lipman (alas!)” It’s not the first time Miriam has ruffled feathers with her strong views on the war, with anti-Semitism campaigners hitting out at the star.
Speaking to the Sunday National, Miriam recently said: “Because I’m Jewish – although not a believer in it – I do care very much about what happens to Israel and to the Palestinian people.”
No one likes Jews, they never do, she continued, “Of course there is antisemitism, there has always been antisemitism.” However, this is not about Jews; it is about Israel and its actions.
Miriam received an OBE in 2002 for her services to drama, but she has since been subject to criticism for declining to do so. The Campaign Against Antisemitism (CAA) responded to her statements by calling them “repugnant.”
She was born Jewish, according to a statement from the CAA, but that does not allow her to use her potent platform to spread anti-Jewish venom.
“This has to be the end of the road. She must be shunned by the showbiz world that has fawned and bowed until now.” CAA added that it would write to the Honours Forfeiture Committee as well as BAFTA to ask them to remove Miriam of her titles.
For the final two UK dates of the legendary Live 25 tour, Oasis are back at Wembley. Here’s everything you need to know.
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Oasis are back at Wembley Stadium this week – here’s everything you need to know(Image: Dave Hogan/Getty Images)
Oasis fever is about to sweep the nation once again as Noel and Liam Gallagher return to Wembley Stadium.
After thrilling fans back in July and August, the Mancunians are back in the capital with their biblical – and somewhat emotional – Live 25 tour. Following last year’s enormous demand for tickets, these two additional dates were added to meet demand.
As on their previous dates, Liam and Noel will take to the stage to perform to fans following performances from support acts Cast and Richard Ashcroft.
The complete setlist, seating recommendations, and party advice are provided for the Wembley Stadium gigs.
Stage times
17:00 is the opening time for all Show Days.
The times for previous gigs have ran as follows
5:00 PM (Hospital and General Admission): Gates open.
Support Act – Cast: 6: 00 PM
Richard Ashcroft: 7:00 PM Support Act
Oasis on stage: Approx. 15:15
Event curfew: 10: 45 PM
Fans are advised to arrive early to allow for security checks and to witness the two incredible support acts, who are unmissable.
What time does the Oasis concert end?
In accordance with the venue’s curfew, the Oasis concert at Wembley is scheduled to end at 10:30 PM.
Setlist
Look away now if you don’t want to see spoilers on what the band have been playing on the tour so far….
HelloAcquiesceMorning GlorySome Might SayBring it on DownCigarettes and AlcoholFade AwaySupersonicRoll With ItTalk TonightHalf the World AwayLittle by LittleD’You Know What I MeanStand By MeCast No ShadowSlide AwayWhateverLive ForeverRock ‘n’ Roll Star
EncoreMasterplanDon’t Look Back in AngerWonderwallChampagne Supernova
Wembley seat map
Oasis Fanpark
Fans are encouraged to head down to Wembley Park earlier, to soak up the atmosphere before the gigs.
There will be plenty of opportunity to get your vocal chords warmed up with BOXPARK Wembley providing the ultimate Oasis Fanpark as part of two day celebrations for the famous Gallagher brothers.
Fans who want to make the most of this once-in-a-lifetime weekend can visit it from morning until late.
Expect:
Live Oasis tribute sets to set the mood before the stadium lights go up
For die-hard fans of “Oasis vs. Britpop Smackdown” quiz fights and lyric challenges,
On-stage darts and games with prizes, drinks tabs, and bragging rights up for grabs
22 international street food vendors and three bars that serve everything from burgers and bao to bespoke cocktails made in Oasis-themed designs.
What else is available at Wembley Park?
As well as providing the venue for the gigs, Wembley Park is also offering fans a rare outdoor exhibition celebrating the famous brothers featuring never-before-seen images from the archives.
Fans will get their very last glimpse of Brothers: Liam and Noel Through Kevin Cummins’ Lens, a special outdoor exhibition that honors Liam and Noel’s bond.
Free and on until 30th September, Brothers features never-before-seen images from the archive of legendary photographer Kevin Cummins – an unexpected and must-see portrait of two brothers whose relationship helped shape one of Britain’s most iconic bands.
What you’ll see:
20+ large-scale portraits of Liam and Noel displayed along Olympic Way
Photos from Kevin Cummins’ personal archive that were previously unreleased
Behind-the-scenes moments taken in London, Manchester, Portsmouth, Newport and Amsterdam
Kevin Cummins and Noel Gallagher offer personal reflections.
A free and open-air exhibition, accessible 24/7
Merchandise
Prior to the Oasis Wembley show, the Official Oasis Live ’25 Fan Store will be back this week.
The official Oasis Live ‘ 25 Fan Store will relaunch at a new location in central London, 44-46 Regent Street, W1B 5RA – underneath the Piccadilly Lights – from 26th-28th September.
Fans will have access to exclusive vinyl, adidas Originals x Oasis collaborations, official Oasis Live’25 merchandise, and more.
The store’s opening hours are confirmed as 10am-10pm Friday-Saturday and 10am-4pm Sunday. Walk-ins are welcome, but oasis.com suggests pre-booking a slot. seetickets.com
Travel
Arriving by tube
Wembley Park is accessible from central London thanks to its excellent connectivity. With three stations and three tube lines, choosing to use the London Underground to see Oasis at Wembley Stadium is a good option.
Zone 4 includes Wembley Park. You can plan your visit using the TFL (Transport for London) official website.
Tube services to Wembley Park:
Jubilee Line: Access from Wembley Park station.
Wembley Park Station access on the Metropolitan Line. 12 minutes from Baker Street.
Wembley Central Station is accessible via the Bakerloo Line, which runs between Paddington, Charing Cross, and Waterloo.
London Overground Line: Access from Wembley Central Station to Clapham Junction in 22 minutes.
This month of August and September, Tube Station Services:
Wembley Park station: Currently there is no anticipated disruption
Wembley Central Station: At the moment, nothing is expected to cause a disruption.
Example Distances from Wembley Park Tube:
Bond Street takes 19 minutes via the Jubilee Line.
King’s Cross: 20 minutes via Metropolitan Line
Wembley Central’s Bakerloo Line journey takes 24 minutes.
Charing Cross: 30 minutes via Bakerloo Line (from Wembley Central)
Jubilee Line: 27 minutes via London Bridge
Liverpool Street: 30 minutes via Metropolitan Line
Parking
Public transport is recommended but driving is also a convenient option. For those with Blue Badges, Wambley Park offers more than 3, 000 secure parking spaces starting at £40 or £25. To ensure a smooth experience, book your Wembley Stadium parking spot in advance.
Use the postcode HA9 0FA in your Sat Nav to get to Wembley Park by car for the Oasis concert at . Alternatively, follow the signs for Wembley Stadium once you reach the A406 North Circular from the M1, A40, or M25.
Take the Harrow Road (A404) north-west until you reach Paddington Station, then take the A40, where you’ll see Oasis if you’re driving from central London. Upon reaching Wembley Central Station, turn right onto Wembley Hill Road and follow the signs to Wembley Stadium, where Oasis will be performing.
Where is the Oasis concert parking lot closest to Wembley Stadium?
If you are travelling to Wembley Park for Oasis ‘ show at Wembley Stadium, the most convenient car park is Red Parking, which is just a short walk from the venue. Wembley Stadium is a 10-minute walk away, and Pink Parking also has plenty of car and coach parking spaces nearby.
For more information on parking options for Oasis ‘ Wembley Stadium concert, visit the Wembley Official Parking website.
Important Advice
Plan Ahead: Expect heavy traffic and crowded public transport. To avoid delays, arrive early.
Check Services: Ensure you’re aware of any rail or bus diversions and road closures that may affect your journey.
Follow official instructions and signage on Wembley event days to ensure a smooth experience.
Road closures
To help plan your trip and prevent delays, be aware of important road closures close to Wembley Stadium.
Full Road Closures:
From 14:00 (13:30 on Sundays) until 00:45:00:00:00:00:00:00:00:00:00:00:00:00:00:00:00:00:00:00:00:00:00:00:00:00:00:00:00:00:00:00:00:00:00:00:00:00:00:00:00:00:00:00:00:00:00:00:00:00
Engineers Way (from Empire Way to First Way)
Rutherford Way is only accessible to residents and deliveries.
South Way (from Wembley Hill Road to Pink Parking)
Fulton Road (between Empire Way and Albion Way)
Pre-Event Closures:
From 14:00 (13:30 on Sundays) or earlier, if necessary:
Empire Way
London Road
Ecclestone Place
Wembley Hill Road (between Ecclestone Place and Harrow Road)
Post-Event Closures:
to assist with a secure exit from the area at 21:00.
Tip: Use public transport where possible and allow extra time for your journey, especially if arriving close to gate time (5: 00 PM). The Jubilee and Metropolitan lines serve Wembley Park well.
Warning in place
Non-ticket holders who want to attend a Gallagher-Hill-style listening party outside of Wembley Stadium are in luck. The venue will not allow anyone without a lucky ticket to hang around outside hoping to catch the Gallaghers in action.
No standing on the Olympic Steps or by the stadium entrances will be permitted, according to security, who have confirmed they will be moving people along.
Since the tour started, searches for Oasis Wembley tickets have surged more than 5000% as fear of missing out has begun to kick in for ticketless fans. The decision follows crackdowns during Taylor Swift’s Eras Tour last year, where Tay-gating – fans gathering to sing and dance outside venues – prompted venues to tighten the rules.
A spokesperson for Wembley Stadium said: “To support with the safe entry and exit of everyone within the stadium, no one is allowed to stand outside any entrance or on the Olympic Steps at the front of the stadium. Non-ticket holders will continue to be a passenger.
Bag policy
Check the dimensions of your bag before leaving the house so that it is not possible to bring it larger than an A4 piece of paper (H 297mm, W 210mm, and D 210mm) into Wembley Stadium.
Any matchday merchandise you buy will be supplied in a clear plastic bag, and will be allowed into the stadium as well. If you buy merchandise outside the stadium – either from one of our retail outlets or the stadium store – the bag will be sealed. Do not break the seal until you enter the stadium.
What should I bring and what should I leave at home?
You CAN’T bring
Bags that violate the Bag Policy (medical exemptions apply)
Large umbrellas
Glass and aluminum bottle of water, as well as perfume bottles
Plastic bottles over 500ml
Alcohol
food and beverages
Pushchairs
Selfie sticks
Weapons and tools
Flares, lasers, smoke devices and cannisters
cameras and camcorders with large bodies
Drones
Unauthorised musical instruments, vuvuzelas or megaphones
Any flag of a nation that is not emblematic of the international teams competing.
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Bags meeting our Bag Policy (medical exemptions apply)
Small umbrellas
Clear empty crushable plastic bottles 500ml or less (not permitted in pitch standing for concerts)
Small banners and flags (regulations apply)
Crutches and walking aids
Full Oasis tour dates are available.
Fri 25 Jul – Wembley Stadium, London
Sat., Jul. 26, 2018, Wembley Stadium, London
Wed 30 Jul – Wembley Stadium, London
Wembley Stadium, London, on Sat, Aug. 2
Sun 3 Aug – Wembley Stadium, London
Fri, August 8th, Scottish Gas Murrayfield Stadium, Edinburgh
Sat 9 Aug – Scottish Gas Murrayfield Stadium, Edinburgh
Scottish Gas Murrayfield Stadium, Edinburgh, on Tuesday, August 12th, 2018.
Sat 16 Aug – Croke Park, Dublin
Sun. 17 August 2018 – Dublin’s Croke Park
Sun 24 Aug – Rogers Stadium, Toronto, ON
Toronto, Ontario, on Monday, August 25th, at Rogers Stadium
Thu 28 Aug – Soldier Field, Chicago, IL
Sun. 31 August, East Rutherford, New Jersey, MetLife Stadium
Mon 1 Sep – MetLife Stadium, East Rutherford, NJ
Sat 6 Sep – Los Angeles, California Rose Bowl Stadium
Sun 7 Sep – Rose Bowl Stadium, Los Angeles, CA
Fri, 12 Sep – Estadio GNP Seguros, Mexico City, MX
Sat 13 Sep – Estadio GNP Seguros, Mexico City, MX
Sat., September 27, Wembley Stadium, London
Sun 28 Sep – Wembley Stadium, London
Seoul, South Korea, on Tuesday, October 21, at Goyang Stadium.
Sat 25 Oct – Tokyo Dome, Tokyo, Japan
Sun. Oct. 26, 2018 – Tokyo Dome
Fri 31st Oct – Marvel Stadium, Melbourne, Australia
Sat. November 1st, 2018 – Marvel Stadium in Melbourne, Australia
Tues 4 Nov- Marvel Stadium, Melbourne
Sat. Nov. 7, 2017 – Accor Stadium in Sydney, Australia
Sun 8th Nov – Accor Stadium, Sydney, Australia
Sat. Nov. 15 – Estadio River Plate, Buenos Aires, Argentina
Sun 16 Nov – Estadio River Plate, Buenos Aires, Argentina
Santiago, Chile, Wed, November 19th, 2018 Estadio Nacional
Sat 22 Nov – Estadio MorumBIS, São Paulo, Brazil
Sun. Nov. 23, 2018 at Estadio MorumBIS in Brazil’s So Paulo.
