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The head of the Army today says the UK must be ready for war with Russia. Four months on from Vladimir Putin's invasion of Ukraine, General Sir Patrick Sanders is set to compare the assault to the rise of Nazi Germany . He will say that Britain is facing its "1937 moment" and must be ready to "fight and win" to ward off the threat from Russia. In his first public speech as Chief of the General Staff , Sir Patrick will say the UK must be prepared to "act rapidly" to contain Russian expansionism. Nato last night pledged to massively increase its forces available on high alert to more than 300,000 troops, a more-than seven-fold increase. Sir Patrick's intervention is likely to put pressure on Mr Johnson to maintain the size of the Armed Forces after plans were announced to reduce troop numbers in a move to a more modern military. Defence editor Danielle Sheridan reports that, in a separate speech today, Ben Wallace, the Defence Secretary, is to call for increased … [Read more...] about Tuesday morning news briefing: General says UK must be ready for war

A top Russian ice hockey star poised to play in the US is to be ‘forced instead into Vladimir Putin’s army’ which is at war in Ukraine . Ivan Fedotov, 25, was rushed to an army enlistment office after being dramatically held by a squad of uniformed and plain-clothed police officers in St Petersburg. The action - accusing him of seeking to dodge the military draft - is seen as revenge for signing to play in the US for the Philadelphia Flyers. Top goalkeeper Fedotov was formerly with CSKA - a club with close ties to the Russian army. READ MORE: Bernie Ecclestone says he'd "take a bullet" for Vladimir Putin as he's "first class" Fontanka news outlet reported he can now be sent to the Russian army rather than the US, but he might also be jailed. “He has just been detained ‘for evading the army’,” reported Russian journalist Dmitry Navosha. Fedotov - 6ft 7 inches tall - “did not realise that [the USSR] is back”. The player - the best keeper in the Kontinental Hockey … [Read more...] about Ice hockey star dragged to fight in Ukraine by Putin’s goons after signing for NHL side

‘Cowboy’ is riding off into the sunset. Legendary UFC fighter Donald “Cowboy” Cerrone , who starred in The Daily Wire hit movie “ Terror on the Prairie ” alongside former fellow fighter Gina Carano, announced his retirement Saturday in an emotional moment that brought fans at the T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas to their feet. Following his last fight, Cerrone laid his black cowboy hat and gloves in the center of the ring, then joined UFC announcer Joe Rogan. “Donald, it’s been a special, special career my friend,” Rogan said. “You’ve had some beautiful moments inside this octagon. Tell me what’s going on right now.” Cerrone, who had just lost by submission to Jim Miller in UFC 276, surveyed the cheering crowd and told Rogan his heart was no longer in the career that made him a legend. “I don’t love it anymore, Joe,” said Cerrone, who was joined by his young sons. “I’m going to be a movie star, baby. It’s time to bow out.” A movie star he is⭐️ Click here … [Read more...] about ‘Terror On The Prairie,’ UFC Star ‘Cowboy’ Cerrone Retires From Ring To Cap Legendary Career | The Daily Wire

The Formula One travelling circus heads to Silverstone for the British Grand Prix this weekend with the knowledge that while things may get wild on the track between the drivers, the spectators also like to get involved from time to time. The legendary racecourse is a firm favourite on the motorsport calendar, and will remain so until at least 2024 following the latest contract extension. World champion Max Verstappen will aim to extend his lead over his rivals in this season's rankings, while Lewis Hamilton will be hoping to put a disappointing campaign so far behind him to achieve a historic ninth victory at Silverstone. There have been plenty of iconic British Grand Prix racing memories on the track, such as Nigel Mansell's battle with Ayrton Senna in 1991 and Michael Schumacher's sensational win in the rain in 1998. However, the British Grand Prix has also been host to its fair share of wild moments, and perhaps none more so than Neil Horan's unexpected cameo. READ … [Read more...] about Grand Prix Priest who ran on British GP track ended up starring on Britain’s Got Talent

THE RUSSIAN Grand Prix is in serious doubt after Russian forces invaded Ukraine. Russian President Vladimir Putin declared war on Ukraine after a surprise statement on TV. Formula One are now monitoring the situation after Ukraine that "Putin has launched a full-scale invasion of Ukraine". An F1 spokesperson said: "Formula 1 is closely watching the very fluid developments like many others and at this time has no further comment on the race scheduled for September. "We will continue to monitor the situation very closely." Speaking the day before the invasion, Russian F1 driver Nikita Mazepin said he expected the race in Sochi to go ahead. Speaking on Wednesday, he said: "From the understanding that we’ve had with Formula 1 the race is going ahead. And you will surely see me there. “I have always been a big supporter of sport without politics." Most read in Sport CHICK THIS OUT Wimbledon fans' shock at eye-watering cost of a pint and … [Read more...] about Russian Grand Prix in serious doubt after Ukraine invasion with F1 ‘closely watching’ conflict

A host of stars might be performing at this year’s London Pride, but we know it’s your signs and outfits that low-key stole the show. Over a million people descended on the capital today for the 50th anniversary of the first ever march. The sky turned rainbow-coloured as LGBT+ people, allies, activists, politicians, bikers, celebrities and even dogs marched through the capital for the first time since the pandemic. Metro.co.uk is at the scene speaking to people about why the event is so important (and sussing out the very best outfits and signs on display). In a defiant message to religious zealots, one banner said: ‘If God hates us why are we so cute.’ Another religious-themed banner said: ‘Jesus had two dads.’ A third brandished a flag which simply told haters: ‘F**k off’. Other signs carried inspirational messages about inclusivity and being yourself. One person wore a t-shirt which said: ‘The only choice I made was to be myself.’ Another donned … [Read more...] about ‘Jesus had 2 dads’: The best signs on display at London Pride

Stranger Things makeup artist discusses creating Vecna Don't miss the best new TV releases for 2022 and behind the scenes news SUBSCRIBE Invalid email We use your sign-up to provide content in ways you've consented to and to improve our understanding of you. This may include adverts from us and 3rd parties based on our understanding. You can unsubscribe at any time. More info WARNING: The following article contains spoilers from Stranger Things season four. As each series of the Netflix hit comes out, fans have been given more details about Eleven (played by Millie Bobby Brown). Fans know her mother was Terry Ives (Aimee Mullins), who had her baby taken from her and put into the Hawkins Lab facility, as the tot had powers which needed to be tamed. However, details of who her father is haven’t been uncovered yet. In fact, many simply assumed Dr Brenner (Matthew Modine) was her real “papa”. Related articles A Place in … [Read more...] about Stranger Things fans ‘work out’ who Eleven’s real father is after uncovering Vecna clue

Restitution activist Njobati Sylvie could not hide her joy when Germany's Prussian Cultural Heritage Foundation announced that a statue of Ngonnso would be returned to Cameroon. Ngonnso is a mother deity of the Nso people in northwestern Cameroon. A statue of her was taken by Kurt von Pavel, a German colonial officer in Cameroon, who subsequently donated her to Berlin's Ethnological Museum in 1903. "I feel super elated, it has been a journey that has culminated to a win for the Nso community, Cameroon and by and large the entire African continent," Njobati told DW. Ngonnso has a central role for the Nso as she is considered a mother deity The restitution journey Njobati started the Twitter campaign #BringBackNgonnso in 2020, which played a large part in raising awareness for the restitution cause. But her activism actually started before that — when she decided to reconnect with her Nso heritage and trace her roots. Njobati grew up in Cameroon's Anglophone region … [Read more...] about Cameroonian activist pushed for restitution of deity

Listen to the Stuff To Watch podcast by hitting the Play button below, or find it on podcast apps such as Apple or Spotify . We may have hit potentially the gloomiest month of the year, but there are plenty of movie watching options over the next few weeks to help chase away those winter blues. For those in need of a trip to the cinema, there’s Kiwi documentary Frocks and Divas, Siegfried Sassoon biopic Benediction (both July 7), Irish period drama The Quiet Girl, Kiwi dramedy Millie Lies Low and horticulture doco The Gardener (all July 21). However, if you prefer to do your viewing at home, Netflix has a new French, youthful version of Dangerous Liaisons (July 8), Disney+ boasts social media satire Not Okay (July 29), while Prime Video’s line-up includes Gen Z coming-of-age story Anything’s Possible (July 22) After looking through schedules though, Stuff to Watch has come up with a list of the 12 flicks we’re most excited to see this month (and one you … [Read more...] about Thor: Love and Thunder, Where the Crawdads Sing among July’s must see movies